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BN07 VHJ

2007 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

172,557 mi
Last recorded172,557 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN07 VHJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 172,557 miles

Bonnet opening lock missing

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

Middle exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Radiator support bracket damaged

Fail 11 Mar 2020 172,544 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet opening lock missing

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

Middle exhaust heat shield loose

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Radiator support bracket damaged

Pass 13 Mar 2019 145,672 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 118,845 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 110,029 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 101,363 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 92,029 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 80,796 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 80,796 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 70,067 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 58,530 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 46,747 miles

Child seat fitted to NSR

Pass 8 Mar 2010 36,828 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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BN07 VHJ is a 2007 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2007 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 74,402 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 BN07 VHJ, 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 19 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 BN07 VHJ registered?

BN07 VHJ is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 March 2007.

Is BN07 VHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN07 VHJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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