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BK05 RLU

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

42,545 mi
Last recorded42,545 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 RLU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 42,545 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 41,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 41,309 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 40,407 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 39,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 38,029 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 36,513 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 35,568 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 34,845 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 33,897 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 33,897 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 31,170 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 31,170 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 29,051 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 27,052 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 25,425 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 22,972 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 20,073 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 20,073 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 17,773 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 15,782 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,240 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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BK05 RLU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 74,404 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 BK05 RLU, 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 21 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 BK05 RLU registered?

BK05 RLU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is BK05 RLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 RLU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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