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BL54 XLD

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,813 mi
Last recorded37,813 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 XLD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 37,813 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 36,661 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 35,714 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 May 2023 31,809 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 28,323 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 26,609 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 26,581 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 26,421 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 26,379 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 25,836 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 25,615 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 25,615 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 23,496 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 23,496 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 22,518 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 21,825 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 21,825 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 20,445 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 24 Jan 2012 18,627 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 16,304 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 13,532 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 10,874 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 8,652 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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BL54 XLD is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 BL54 XLD, 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 BL54 XLD registered?

BL54 XLD is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is BL54 XLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL54 XLD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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