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BN57 VUY

2007 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,879 mi
Last recorded125,879 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 VUY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 125,879 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2019 125,776 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

clutch feels worn

gearbox oil leak noticed

Pass 4 Jan 2019 120,713 miles

Front disc pitted

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 112,873 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 112,873 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 105,099 miles

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

Front inner disc slightly worn

Pass 13 Nov 2015 96,481 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 96,481 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 83,406 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 74,995 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r tyre has cut in tread

Fail 12 Nov 2012 69,785 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 69,785 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 64,078 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2011 53,465 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 53,465 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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BN57 VUY is a 2007 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN57 VUY, 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 BN57 VUY registered?

BN57 VUY is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 September 2007.

Is BN57 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 VUY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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