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BT55 LZG

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,431 mi
Last recorded114,431 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 114,431 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 1 Dec 2017 114,430 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 110,852 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 102,811 miles

Nearside Rear tyre is wearing uneven on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on edges close to limit

Rear exhaust mounting is cable tied

Pass 5 Jan 2015 94,957 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 87,510 miles

off side front lower arm bush slightly worn

Fail 3 Jan 2014 87,510 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

off side front lower arm bush slightly worn

Pass 3 Jan 2013 83,387 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)

Outer sills have plastic covers,Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Pass 6 Jan 2012 74,926 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)

Outer sills have plastic covers, Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Pass 21 Dec 2010 65,599 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Outer sills have plastic covers, Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Pass 5 Jan 2010 55,419 miles

Outer sills have plastic covers, N ot allowing inspection of outer sills

Pass 9 Jan 2009 42,814 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2009 42,813 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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 LZG is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LZG, 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 LZG registered?

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

Is BT55 LZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 LZG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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