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CV05 XEB

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,284 mi
Last recorded133,284 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 XEB
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 133,284 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all front indicators and side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear position lamp has a light source not working

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slightly lagging in operation (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

central exhaust box corroded

front grille missing

Fail 6 Aug 2019 133,279 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam offside headlamp levelling device must work upon retest (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured all front indicators and side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear position lamp has a light source not working

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slightly lagging in operation (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

central exhaust box corroded

front grille missing

Pass 1 Jun 2018 124,215 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jun 2018 124,214 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 113,410 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 110,842 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 101,659 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 91,202 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 77,136 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 61,353 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 48,449 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 42,348 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 32,693 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 May 2009 32,693 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 25,132 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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CV05 XEB 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 80%.

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 CV05 XEB, 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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CV05 XEB is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 9 June 2005.

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