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LS55 YPJ

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

144,510 mi
Last recorded144,510 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 YPJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 144,510 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 140,830 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 139,402 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 137,888 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 136,134 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 134,209 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 129,467 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 123,357 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 117,155 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 117,155 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Dec 2015 115,205 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.811 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 5.91 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1010ppm (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 103,397 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 103,397 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 87,504 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 87,504 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 73,408 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 16 Nov 2011 56,847 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 56,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 41,616 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 27,598 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 27,598 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Fail 12 Nov 2008 14,955 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 14,955 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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LS55 YPJ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 YPJ, 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 LS55 YPJ registered?

LS55 YPJ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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