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FH05 EJA

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

108,242 mi
Last recorded108,242 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 EJA
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 108,242 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 27 Sep 2019 108,240 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 31 Aug 2018 95,396 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 95,396 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 86,523 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 11 Sep 2017 86,523 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 7 Sep 2016 77,442 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 3 Sep 2015 67,313 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to check some components

Pass 18 Sep 2014 60,394 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 57,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2012 55,078 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 53,115 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 53,115 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 50,566 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 3 Sep 2009 45,729 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 1 Oct 2008 38,619 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 36,541 miles

all tyres getting low

Fail 29 Jul 2008 36,541 miles

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

all tyres getting low

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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FH05 EJA is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH05 EJA, 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 FH05 EJA registered?

FH05 EJA is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 18 August 2005.

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