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LX05 VFH

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,086 mi
Last recorded111,086 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 VFH
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 111,086 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 111,086 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 98,067 miles

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

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both number plate lights dim

Fail 25 Feb 2016 98,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both number plate lights dim

Fail 11 Feb 2015 84,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2015 84,135 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2014 74,027 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel tyre ring butting but not displaced from its seating (4.2.B.1d)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 64,988 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 58,759 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 52,682 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 46,522 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 39,961 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 32,807 miles

Not able to test fully nearside rear outer seat belt as child seat fitted.

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Oil level on minimum mark. top up required asap.

Fail 8 Mar 2008 32,807 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Not able to test fully nearside rear outer seat belt as child seat fitted.

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Oil level on minimum mark. top up required asap.

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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LX05 VFH is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LX05 VFH, 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 LX05 VFH registered?

LX05 VFH is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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