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LB05 EJL

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,196 mi
Last recorded67,196 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 EJL
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2013 67,196 miles

Both front tyres close to limit + BOLD on inner edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2013 67,194 miles

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

Both front tyres close to limit + BOLD on inner edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2012 55,280 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 43,398 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 43,171 miles

front discs pitted

Pass 17 Jun 2010 37,113 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 30,764 miles

all tyres are worn to 2mm, the rears are also going out of shape

Pass 12 May 2008 21,273 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 EJL is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EJL, 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 EJL registered?

LB05 EJL is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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