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GJ05 OYS

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,184 mi
Last recorded125,184 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 OYS
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 May 2016 125,184 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users lamp LENS deteriorated (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner wall cut (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users lamp LENS deteriorated (1.8.A.1a)

Engine management lamp illuminated

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside front wheel bearing - possibly becoming worn

Panel damage - nearside rear lower bumper

Temporary fuel cap used

Pass 12 May 2015 117,443 miles

Engine management lamp illuminated

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 27 Apr 2015 117,364 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Engine management lamp illuminated

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Apr 2014 99,577 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 28 Apr 2014 99,577 miles

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

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

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2013 70,717 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 41,879 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 41,878 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

coolant level below minimum

Pass 5 Apr 2011 36,670 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 26,232 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 16,951 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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GJ05 OYS is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GJ05 OYS, 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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GJ05 OYS is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 17 May 2005.

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