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BN05 BJF

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

119,163 mi
Last recorded119,163 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 BJF
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 119,163 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2024 119,163 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 115,633 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 111,299 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 107,104 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 103,671 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 98,664 miles

Heatshield insecure

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 94,555 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 90,561 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 86,148 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 81,910 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 77,642 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 72,885 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 68,839 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 64,964 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both inner cv gaiters leaking grease

Pass 8 Mar 2010 59,333 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 59,231 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 50,872 miles

front fog lamp damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2008 40,015 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front number plate damaged

front wiper blades slightly worn

Fail 19 Mar 2008 40,015 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front number plate damaged

front wiper blades slightly worn

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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BN05 BJF is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BN05 BJF, 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 BN05 BJF registered?

BN05 BJF is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is BN05 BJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 BJF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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