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BT05 TZC

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,532 mi
Last recorded84,532 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 TZC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 84,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

front and rear sub frames surface corroision

Pass 30 Aug 2018 84,333 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 83,329 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 82,138 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 77,199 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Jul 2015 77,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 72,279 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 72,279 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 65,074 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 56,435 miles

1) tyres 205 55 16 2) wheel nut covers fitted

Fail 20 Aug 2012 56,435 miles

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

1) tyres 205 55 16 2) wheel nut covers fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2011 40,885 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 40,885 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 21,440 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 17,627 miles

both n/s & o/s front tyres worn to legal limit.

Pass 7 Jun 2008 13,219 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 TZC is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BT05 TZC, 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 TZC registered?

BT05 TZC is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is BT05 TZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 TZC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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