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BT55 JXW

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,260 mi
Last recorded122,260 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 JXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 122,260 miles

Nearside Front tyre is perishing

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both front tyres are bald inner edge

Fail 16 Nov 2022 122,256 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Front tyre is perishing

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both front tyres are bald inner edge

Pass 20 Nov 2021 115,732 miles

Exhaust mounting defective both rear (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Nov 2021 115,732 miles

Exhaust mounting defective both rear (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 113,599 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 113,506 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 110,102 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 14 Nov 2018 105,445 miles

nearside front tyre worn heavy on edges

rear brake pads low

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 10 Nov 2018 105,466 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre worn heavy on edges

offside rear tyre close to limit

rear brake pads low

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 6 Nov 2017 99,463 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2016 92,112 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 87,028 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 80,576 miles

offside rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 13 Nov 2013 75,561 miles

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

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

damage to tyre outer sidewalls on n/s rear o/s rear and n/s front

Pass 14 Nov 2012 66,332 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Nov 2012 66,332 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 57,412 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside rear tyre worn uneven and close to limit on inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2010 47,564 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both sides front tyres wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre tread wearing low

Pass 4 Dec 2009 39,013 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2009 39,013 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 29,028 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 JXW is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 JXW, 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 JXW registered?

BT55 JXW is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is BT55 JXW safe to buy?

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