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KS05 SKO

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

98,684 mi
Last recorded98,684 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 SKO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 98,684 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 92,777 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 87,945 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside front wing corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 87,945 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside front wing corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 83,423 miles

Chassis, suspension, steering and brake components have corrosion and deterioration

Fail 30 Jun 2022 82,908 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Chassis, suspension, steering and brake components have corrosion and deterioration

Pass 22 Jun 2021 81,542 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 81,539 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 80,124 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 77,076 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 74,314 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2018 74,308 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 70,980 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 67,439 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 11 Apr 2016 67,439 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 63,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 63,209 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)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 58,577 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 54,081 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2013 54,080 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 50,054 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 May 2011 45,990 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 45,988 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 41,612 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 35,353 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 29,161 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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KS05 SKO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 KS05 SKO, 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

How do I check the history of KS05 SKO?

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What year was KS05 SKO registered?

KS05 SKO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is KS05 SKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 SKO shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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