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BT54 LGL

2005 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,026 mi
Last recorded98,026 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 LGL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2019 98,026 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering rack noisy

Track rod end ball joint has slight play N/S & O/S (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play N/S & O/S (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2019 98,026 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering rack noisy

Track rod end ball joint has slight play N/S & O/S (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play N/S & O/S (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 87,049 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly rough Slight roughess in steering rack (2.2.D.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 79,248 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 74,896 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2015 70,773 miles

oil on engine, sub frame, steering rack

Pass 6 Jan 2014 65,801 miles

damage to o/s wing mirror cover

Pass 17 Dec 2012 60,350 miles

both rear tyres worn low on inner edge

cracking to various rear suspension bushes

Pass 16 Dec 2011 55,226 miles

corrosion to rear coil springs

slight wear to rear brake discs

wear to edges of both rear tyres

Pass 10 Jan 2011 51,089 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Dec 2009 45,839 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 36,948 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 24,587 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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BT54 LGL is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BT54 LGL, 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 BT54 LGL registered?

BT54 LGL is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is BT54 LGL safe to buy?

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