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MF05 GLJ

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

692,339 mi
Last recorded692,339 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 GLJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2017 692,339 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2017 69,233 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 67,162 miles

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

rear exhaust bracket broken off but exhaust system still secure

Pass 8 Jan 2015 64,291 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 58,133 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 52,158 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 45,802 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 25 Jan 2011 38,924 miles

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

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)

Fail 5 Feb 2010 30,563 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 30,563 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 20,975 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 16,891 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 16,891 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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MF05 GLJ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver 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 MF05 GLJ, 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 MF05 GLJ registered?

MF05 GLJ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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