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BN05 HLM

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,544 mi
Last recorded64,544 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 HLM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 64,544 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Fail 7 Feb 2018 64,544 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 43,176 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 37,430 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 34,763 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 34,738 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 31,459 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 30,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 30,801 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 28,977 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 26,289 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 22,470 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 16,919 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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BN05 HLM is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BN05 HLM, 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 BN05 HLM registered?

BN05 HLM is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is BN05 HLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 HLM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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