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FT54 CBU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

149,196 mi
Last recorded149,196 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT54 CBU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 149,196 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 137,751 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 137,751 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2017 121,249 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 109,796 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

under covers fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2015 104,652 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 104,652 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 95,338 miles

Driver's Belt is fraying.

Engine Oil Leak.

Headlamp Lenses are opaque. Borderline to failure.

N/S/F Brake is binding minorly.

Rear Brake Pads are borderline to failure, also, same discs are due for replacement soon. Replace in 3 months or 2,000 miles, whichever is soonest.

Fail 28 Jan 2013 95,338 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Driver's Belt is fraying.

Engine Oil Leak.

Headlamp Lenses are opaque. Borderline to failure.

N/S/F Brake is binding minorly.

N/S/R Tyre is approaching low, consider replacement soon.

Rear Brake Pads are borderline to failure, also, same discs are due for replacement soon. Replace in 3 months or 2,000 miles, whichever is soonest.

Pass 4 Jan 2012 83,588 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Jan 2011 75,097 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 63,656 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nsr worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Feb 2009 52,011 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 38,579 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 38,579 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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
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FT54 CBU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FT54 CBU, 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 FT54 CBU registered?

FT54 CBU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is FT54 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT54 CBU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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