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BP05 SXS

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,122 mi
Last recorded115,122 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 SXS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 115,122 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 115,122 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 112,552 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 112,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 101,190 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 98,400 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 96,292 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 91,515 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 83,638 miles

offside rear tyre feathered

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

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

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

damage noted to offside rear of vehicle

slight surface rust on front and rear brake discs

Pass 2 Dec 2009 75,511 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 62,832 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 62,832 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 SXS is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SXS, 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.

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What year was BP05 SXS registered?

BP05 SXS is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is BP05 SXS safe to buy?

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