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GU05 FLZ

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,702 mi
Last recorded88,702 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 FLZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2020 88,702 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 86,672 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 83,899 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 82,177 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 83,177 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 81,268 miles

Front ehaust flexi section deterioated

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

front exhaust flex section deterioated

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 27 Aug 2015 81,187 miles

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

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

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

front exhaust flex section deterioated

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2014 77,463 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

slight seapage of oil power steering rack

uneven wear on both rear tyres

Pass 30 Aug 2013 73,443 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f wheel arch trim damaged

Pass 5 Sep 2012 69,516 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 65,715 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 65,715 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)

exhaust heatshild loose

Pass 3 Jun 2010 55,100 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 53,977 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 43,942 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 33,938 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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GU05 FLZ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GU05 FLZ, 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 GU05 FLZ registered?

GU05 FLZ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is GU05 FLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 FLZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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