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BL05 GFX

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,565 mi
Last recorded100,565 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 GFX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 100,565 miles

exhaust heat shield loose

body damage

both number plates deteriorated slightly

both rear tyres low and unevenly worn

centre exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2012 86,147 miles

body damage

n/s/f foglight trim missing

Pass 12 Sep 2011 74,051 miles

front tyres worn on edges

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 20 Sep 2010 61,619 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 49,758 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 49,758 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 38,017 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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BL05 GFX is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GFX, 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

How do I check the history of BL05 GFX?

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What year was BL05 GFX registered?

BL05 GFX is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is BL05 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL05 GFX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BL05 GFX have outstanding finance?

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