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BV55 YKU

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

151,576 mi
Last recorded151,576 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 YKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 151,576 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 137,011 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 121,644 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 107,145 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 97,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 97,300 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 91,660 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 78,912 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 78,912 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 May 2009 70,158 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 60,539 miles

Oil leak

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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BV55 YKU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV55 YKU, 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

How do I check the history of BV55 YKU?

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What year was BV55 YKU registered?

BV55 YKU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is BV55 YKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 YKU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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