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LJ05 XZZ

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,163 mi
Last recorded60,163 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 XZZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 60,163 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 58,805 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 57,368 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 57,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 55,144 miles

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

Nearside and Offside front tyres worn on edges

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 55,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside and Offside front tyres worn on edges

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 53,513 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 51,985 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 50,400 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 49,172 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 48,258 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 46,600 miles

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

Rear tyres cracking sidewall

Pass 18 Aug 2016 44,911 miles

both rear tyres side wall cracked

child seat fitted unable to test near side rear seat belt

Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,155 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 41,737 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 40,555 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 37,618 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 33,767 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 27,331 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 22,995 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 21,539 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 14,846 miles

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

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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LJ05 XZZ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LJ05 XZZ, 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 LJ05 XZZ?

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What year was LJ05 XZZ registered?

LJ05 XZZ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is LJ05 XZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 XZZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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