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EJ05 VCU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,333 mi
Last recorded140,333 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 VCU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 140,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 131,842 miles

Nearside Outer door mirror glass broken

Fail 4 Dec 2017 131,842 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Outer door mirror glass broken

Pass 5 Dec 2016 122,966 miles

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

Nearside Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Nearside wiper not so good

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 112,743 miles

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

weak pattern on both headlights

Pass 25 Nov 2014 100,066 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 87,892 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 87,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 80,147 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 69,938 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 58,062 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 58,062 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 12 Apr 2010 47,517 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 37,152 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 27,340 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
Full Ford Focus C-max reliability report

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EJ05 VCU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 EJ05 VCU, 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 EJ05 VCU registered?

EJ05 VCU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is EJ05 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 VCU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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