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BT05 BZS

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

114,076 mi
Last recorded114,076 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 BZS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 114,076 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 109,619 miles

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

Park brake efforts are low 17%

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

Fail 12 Mar 2019 109,619 miles

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

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

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

Park brake efforts are low 17%

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 102,473 miles

both front wishbone rear bushes worn

covers fitted obscuring some testable items

front brake discs worn

Pass 15 Mar 2017 95,582 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 87,613 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 80,885 miles

engine managment light on

n/s/r & o/s/r handbrake has no lock out

Pass 20 Mar 2014 75,355 miles

engine management light on

Fail 19 Mar 2014 75,354 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine management light on

Pass 11 Mar 2013 69,579 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Mar 2012 64,080 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 59,066 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 53,899 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 48,141 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 39,441 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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BT05 BZS is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BT05 BZS, 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 BT05 BZS registered?

BT05 BZS is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is BT05 BZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 BZS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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