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LY05 ETX

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

89,358 mi
Last recorded89,358 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 ETX
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 89,358 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 89,358 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2017 80,951 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 72,714 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 72,714 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 May 2015 65,308 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 65,308 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2014 59,059 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 52,788 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 52,788 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 25 May 2012 47,061 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 40,365 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 40,365 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2010 33,304 miles

Front brake disks worn and scored ,should be replaced at next service.

Pass 15 May 2009 26,518 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 21,430 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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LY05 ETX is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LY05 ETX, 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 LY05 ETX registered?

LY05 ETX is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is LY05 ETX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 ETX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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