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ML05 FVD

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

115,776 mi
Last recorded115,776 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 FVD
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2015 115,776 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 115,776 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 103,682 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 89,929 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 89,884 miles

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

rear shocks worn

Pass 11 Dec 2012 77,144 miles

Front suspension, both lower wishbones, rear most bushes starting to split

Rear brake pads close to limit

Fail 11 Dec 2012 77,144 miles

Front suspension, both lower wishbones, rear most bushes starting to split

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake pads close to limit

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 69,609 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 62,880 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2010 62,877 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 21 Nov 2009 54,363 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 54,363 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 42,647 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 41,024 miles

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

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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ML05 FVD is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 ML05 FVD, 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 ML05 FVD registered?

ML05 FVD is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is ML05 FVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML05 FVD shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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