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BL05 FSG

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,558 mi
Last recorded96,558 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 FSG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 96,558 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2022 96,558 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Seat belt installation load spreading washer(s) missing from anchorage centre (10.1 (n))

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

coolant very low

Pass 20 Nov 2021 88,847 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 82,499 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 75,778 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 68,136 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 56,392 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 56,392 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 53,101 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 47,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 44,841 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wall damaged.

Pass 10 Feb 2014 42,120 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 39,092 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 35,571 miles

wiper blades poor

Fail 16 Feb 2012 35,571 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

wiper blades poor

Fail 31 Jan 2011 32,350 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 32,350 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 26,255 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 20,727 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 20,727 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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BL05 FSG is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL05 FSG, 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.

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What year was BL05 FSG registered?

BL05 FSG is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is BL05 FSG safe to buy?

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