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BK55 YOW

2005 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

108,469 mi
Last recorded108,469 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 YOW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2014 108,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 99,439 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 99,439 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust heat shield loose

rear brake discs corroded/scored

Pass 17 Jul 2012 90,633 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs scored

small cut in n/s/front outer tyre wall

Pass 15 Jul 2011 85,173 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front and rear brake discs scored

n/s number plate light dim

rear cat shield loose

Pass 20 Jul 2010 81,551 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs scored

rear cat shields loose

unable to check rear seat belts due to loading

Fail 20 Jul 2010 81,551 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs scored

rear cat shields loose

unable to check rear seat belts due to loading

Pass 31 Jul 2009 77,965 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Jul 2009 77,965 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 69,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 69,924 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 YOW is a 2005 Ford Focus in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YOW, 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 YOW registered?

BK55 YOW is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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