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BV05 RFE

2005 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,731 mi
Last recorded99,731 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 RFE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 99,731 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 99,731 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 91,226 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner sill starting to corrode

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2019 91,204 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner sill starting to corrode

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 86,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 1 Oct 2016 75,827 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 65,483 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 56,530 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 51,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 42,753 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 33,687 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 30,790 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 26,225 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 22,578 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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BV05 RFE is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BV05 RFE, 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 BV05 RFE registered?

BV05 RFE is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is BV05 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 RFE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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