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LS55 KBE

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,330 mi
Last recorded57,330 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 KBE
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 57,330 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 48,229 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 41,728 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2012 38,441 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 33,167 miles

front and rear brake discs starting to become worn and lipped

inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle

oil leak on engine

rear tyres feathering on outer edges

wheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

Fail 15 Nov 2011 33,166 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front and rear brake discs starting to become worn and lipped

inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle

oil leak on engine

rear tyres feathering on outer edges

wheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

Pass 2 Nov 2010 27,627 miles

Covers fitted above and below vehicle

Hubcaps fitted wheel nuts not checked

Oil leak

Fail 2 Nov 2010 27,626 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both rear tyres have multiple small deep cuts close to cords

Covers fitted above and below vehicle

Hubcaps fitted wheel nuts not checked

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2009 22,375 miles

front tyres feathering on edges and cracking up

handbrake travel becoming excessive

inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle

n/s/f tyre has cut in outer edge close to cord construction

o/s/f tyre has cut in outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2008 17,973 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 17,973 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

cover fitted under vehicle

hubcaps fitted wheel nuts not checked

n/s/f tyre worn thin on inner edge

wipers smearing

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
Full Ford Focus C-max reliability report

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LS55 KBE is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LS55 KBE, 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 LS55 KBE registered?

LS55 KBE is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 21 November 2005.

Is LS55 KBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 KBE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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