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BN05 LDE

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

142,528 mi
Last recorded142,528 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 LDE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 142,528 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 136,705 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 132,682 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 129,384 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2014 129,384 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 126,431 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 123,330 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 119,930 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 119,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brakes nearly at max inbalance.

Rear disc poor surface condition.

Pass 4 Mar 2010 101,265 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 93,131 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 73,410 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 73,410 miles

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

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

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 LDE is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel 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 LDE, 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 LDE registered?

BN05 LDE is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is BN05 LDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 LDE 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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