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BT56 ZSW

2007 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,459 mi
Last recorded155,459 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 ZSW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 155,459 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 155,393 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 142,329 miles

Central Rear exhaust shield slightly insecure

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wearing on outer edge

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2017 142,329 miles

Central Rear exhaust shield slightly insecure

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 124,769 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 124,769 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 113,106 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2015 113,106 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2014 98,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2013 92,966 miles

nearside front tyre close to limit and worn on edges

Pass 6 Jun 2012 87,306 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 87,197 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 81,390 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 65,365 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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BT56 ZSW is a 2007 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 74,402 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 BT56 ZSW, 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 19 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT56 ZSW registered?

BT56 ZSW is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 January 2007.

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