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EJ05 VFC

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,098 mi
Last recorded135,098 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 VFC
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 135,098 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 129,267 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 120,635 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2015 120,606 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2014 112,581 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 106,657 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 93,029 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 79,782 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 65,469 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 54,530 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 43,171 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear wing dented

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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EJ05 VFC is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VFC, 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 EJ05 VFC registered?

EJ05 VFC is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is EJ05 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 VFC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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