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ML05 HGG

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

167,068 mi
Last recorded167,068 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 HGG
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 167,068 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 22 Mar 2018 157,153 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 147,890 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 138,100 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 127,663 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 116,424 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 103,422 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 89,385 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 74,870 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 63,719 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 53,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 53,329 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 43,658 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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ML05 HGG is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HGG, 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 HGG registered?

ML05 HGG is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is ML05 HGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML05 HGG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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