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BN05 SZD

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

97,020 mi
Last recorded97,020 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 SZD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 97,020 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 92,207 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 92,205 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 88,606 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame and suspension components corroded . (2.4.G.1)

Fail 10 Feb 2018 88,572 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated cracked and deteriorated into characters (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged wheel cap cutting into valve . (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged wheel cap cutting into valve . (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged wheel cap cutting into valve . (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame and suspension components corroded . (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 82,281 miles

underside / components showing general corrosion

Fail 11 Feb 2017 82,281 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

underside / components showing general corrosion

Pass 18 Feb 2016 75,542 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2015 68,144 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 63,237 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 56,367 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 51,946 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 45,712 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 45,712 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 38,317 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 30,346 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 22,357 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 SZD is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SZD, 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 SZD?

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What year was BN05 SZD registered?

BN05 SZD is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is BN05 SZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 SZD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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