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ET05 VKJ

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,404 mi
Last recorded121,404 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 VKJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2020 121,404 miles

osf wheel buckle

Fail 26 Mar 2020 121,105 miles

Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened seriously worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

osf wheel buckle

Pass 17 Jan 2019 113,605 miles

front discs and pads

front shock absorbers

rear number plate

Pass 7 Jan 2018 105,046 miles

oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2016 90,738 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 90,738 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 76,475 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 72,511 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 67,163 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 61,078 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 56,629 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 51,058 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 46,822 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 40,995 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 40,995 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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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ET05 VKJ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol 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 ET05 VKJ, 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

How do I check the history of ET05 VKJ?

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What year was ET05 VKJ registered?

ET05 VKJ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is ET05 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 VKJ 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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