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BJ57 LHR

2007 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,717 mi
Last recorded118,717 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 LHR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 118,717 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 117,362 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 117,362 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 114,151 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 109,274 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 104,321 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 100,538 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 100,538 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear and o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 93,046 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 93,046 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 86,865 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 77,396 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 64,164 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2014 54,117 miles

both sides rear tyres low tread / perished / misshaped

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 14 Oct 2013 44,402 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 44,402 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 35,702 miles

o/s/f tyre worn edges

Pass 25 Oct 2011 27,992 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 27,992 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres perishing, advise replaced

Pass 29 Oct 2010 17,068 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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BJ57 LHR is a 2007 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 74,402 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ57 LHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 19 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ57 LHR registered?

BJ57 LHR is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 November 2007.

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