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BP05 EBG

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,102 mi
Last recorded134,102 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 EBG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 134,102 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 118,247 miles

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

front tyres inner edge worn

Pass 26 Jul 2013 108,335 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 102,297 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 96,100 miles

exhaust flexy joint splitting

Pass 28 Jul 2010 88,961 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 79,425 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 79,425 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

damige to n/s sill

Pass 24 Jul 2008 57,348 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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BP05 EBG is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BP05 EBG, 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 BP05 EBG registered?

BP05 EBG is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is BP05 EBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP05 EBG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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