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FV05 CEO

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

123,832 mi
Last recorded123,832 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 CEO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 123,832 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 123,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2017 116,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Noise from both rear hubs

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2016 108,699 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 108,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 May 2015 100,899 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2015 100,899 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 93,345 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 93,345 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 May 2013 86,010 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 78,266 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2012 78,254 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)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 70,412 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 70,411 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

all tyres wearing low (2-3 mm)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 61,546 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 42,190 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 22,462 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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FV05 CEO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FV05 CEO, 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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FV05 CEO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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