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BD05 EBA

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,034 mi
Last recorded159,034 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 EBA
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 159,034 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 150,960 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 14 May 2015 142,957 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 142,957 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 134,527 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 134,527 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 May 2013 126,374 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 117,605 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 108,657 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 98,895 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 98,895 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 89,070 miles

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

both front tyres worn low inner tread patterns...

Pass 29 Apr 2009 89,070 miles

both front tyres worn low inner tread patterns...

Pass 15 Apr 2008 73,218 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 73,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Ford Focus C-max?

Based on 1,326,487 MOT tests across 79,932 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,909
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
79,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,238
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,690
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 24,018
Registration plate lamp not working 21,723
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 19,411
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BD05 EBA is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 73,496 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 C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD05 EBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Focus C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD05 EBA registered?

BD05 EBA is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is BD05 EBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 EBA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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