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BT55 GZA

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

111,247 mi
Last recorded111,247 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 GZA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2014 111,247 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

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

Oil leak

oil leak gear box area

Pass 4 Dec 2014 111,247 miles

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

Offside Front Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

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

Oil leak

oil leak gear box area

Pass 21 Nov 2013 102,766 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 95,087 miles

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

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

front brake disc corroded

offside front seat belt twisted

Pass 10 Dec 2011 83,406 miles

front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

offside rear tyre cracking slightly

Fail 10 Dec 2011 83,406 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

offside rear tyre cracking slightly

Pass 2 Dec 2010 72,903 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 64,098 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 64,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 48,520 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 48,506 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 GZA is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GZA, 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 GZA registered?

BT55 GZA is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is BT55 GZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 GZA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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