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BN05 LGG

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,471 mi
Last recorded98,471 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 LGG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 98,471 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 98,470 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2017 91,045 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 84,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 74,575 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 74,535 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both sides rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 69,571 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

n/s/f tyre getting low

n/s/r tyrecracking on edge

Pass 28 Aug 2014 69,571 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/f tyre getting low

n/s/r tyrecracking on edge

Pass 20 Sep 2013 64,724 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake pedal rubber deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2012 56,421 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 28 Sep 2011 48,085 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Sep 2010 37,203 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 25,324 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 25,324 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 15,246 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 10,669 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 LGG is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BN05 LGG, 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 BN05 LGG?

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What year was BN05 LGG registered?

BN05 LGG is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is BN05 LGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 LGG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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