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BN55 VXP

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

109,976 mi
Last recorded109,976 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 VXP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 109,976 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 106,393 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 106,268 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 102,548 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 19 Oct 2023 102,543 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 98,289 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 98,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 94,443 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 90,644 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 86,124 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 81,249 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 81,174 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 75,410 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 68,039 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 63,080 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 56,605 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 52,169 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 46,781 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2012 46,753 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2011 42,095 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Some wear to front brake discs

Pass 10 Nov 2010 36,521 miles

Nearside and offside front brake discs worn on inner side

Pass 30 Sep 2009 29,720 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 24,196 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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BN55 VXP is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VXP, 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 VXP registered?

BN55 VXP is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BN55 VXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 VXP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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