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BK55 NKJ

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

46,165 mi
Last recorded46,165 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 NKJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 46,165 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2026 46,165 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2025 45,162 miles

Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed boot struts leaking (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 44,014 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 42,743 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 41,378 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 14 Sep 2021 40,056 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 38,931 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 37,511 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 37,511 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 35,368 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 35,368 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 33,250 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 31,209 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 29,524 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 27,584 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 25,393 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

Pass 29 Aug 2012 23,136 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 23,136 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 20,600 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 17,954 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 14,936 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 11,724 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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BK55 NKJ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BK55 NKJ, 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 BK55 NKJ registered?

BK55 NKJ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is BK55 NKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 NKJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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