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BT55 DSO

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,398 mi
Last recorded60,398 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 DSO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 60,398 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 59,994 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front chassis bracket corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 59,755 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 55,018 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 54,971 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust mounting defective rear tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 54,006 miles

Coil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened two front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened two front two rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 53,336 miles

Coil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened frame and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened frame and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 52,434 miles

Coil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened frame and arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 51,558 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened frame and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhast braket coroded

Pass 12 Dec 2017 50,600 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms and frame (2.4.G.1)

coil spring corroded all round (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 49,556 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 48,087 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 44,968 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 43,577 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 40,454 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 33,446 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 27,047 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 21,999 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 21,609 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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BT55 DSO is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BT55 DSO, 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 BT55 DSO registered?

BT55 DSO is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is BT55 DSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 DSO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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