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BN55 FLM

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,942 mi
Last recorded27,942 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 FLM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 27,942 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2025 27,566 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 26,963 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 26,445 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 26,075 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 25,481 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 25,481 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 24,908 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 24,211 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2018 23,074 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2017 22,056 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2016 20,626 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 19,082 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres starting to crack and perish

Pass 12 Aug 2014 16,988 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 15,720 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2012 14,470 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 13,402 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 12,321 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 10,679 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 9,404 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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BN55 FLM is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BN55 FLM, 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 BN55 FLM registered?

BN55 FLM is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BN55 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 FLM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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