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FY55 PLF

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,000 mi
Last recorded95,000 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 PLF
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 95,000 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2017 95,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2016 86,621 miles

oil leak

Fail 11 Mar 2016 86,559 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2015 78,454 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 78,375 miles

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 26 Mar 2014 66,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 66,885 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 53,796 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 41,490 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 29,245 miles

Unable to fully check o/s/r seat belt due to child seat fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2009 19,061 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 14,679 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
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FY55 PLF is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FY55 PLF, 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

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What year was FY55 PLF registered?

FY55 PLF is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is FY55 PLF safe to buy?

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