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BV05 BYH

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

110,377 mi
Last recorded110,377 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 BYH
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 110,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 106,525 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 101,094 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 95,901 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 89,215 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 82,753 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 76,273 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 70,152 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre bold on edges

Pass 2 Jan 2015 62,730 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 54,938 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

stone chip on windscreen above offside wiper blade.

Pass 12 Jan 2013 43,804 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 35,181 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 35,181 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 30,648 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 26,091 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 20,085 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 12,432 miles

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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BV05 BYH is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BV05 BYH, 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.

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What year was BV05 BYH registered?

BV05 BYH is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BV05 BYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 BYH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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