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LB05 EJF

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

147,318 mi
Last recorded147,318 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 EJF
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 147,318 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 147,318 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 130,513 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 123,327 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 117,975 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 112,822 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 109,024 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 109,024 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 104,823 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 99,856 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 88,569 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 73,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2011 56,344 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 39,374 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,145 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 3 Feb 2009 21,074 miles

nearside rear tyre cut on side wall - scuffing to all tyre walls - nearside front tyre worn on inner edge on limit

Pass 30 Apr 2008 19,235 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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LB05 EJF is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LB05 EJF, 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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What year was LB05 EJF registered?

LB05 EJF is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 22 June 2005.

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