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BT55 JYV

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

150,619 mi
Last recorded150,619 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 JYV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 150,619 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 131,151 miles

slight damage to corner of o/s front wing and bumper...front and rear number plates in poor condition...rear suspension arm front bushes deteriating and separating slightly...exhaust back box delaminating..rear road springs corroded.

Fail 21 Dec 2012 113,211 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 113,211 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 90,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 90,345 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 66,098 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 44,671 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 44,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 32,399 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 JYV is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 JYV, 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 JYV registered?

BT55 JYV is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 December 2005.

Is BT55 JYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 JYV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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