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MV05 TCU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,966 mi
Last recorded92,966 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 TCU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 92,966 miles

Front shock are weak

Rear shocks are weak

Pass 31 Mar 2016 83,038 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 82,001 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 80,391 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 70,534 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 59,684 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 59,451 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 25 May 2011 48,690 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 41,273 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 41,273 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

1l of oil added for emissions

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

oil on min

Pass 30 Mar 2009 33,569 miles

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

cut in n/s/f trye sidewall

no oil in engine

Pass 6 Feb 2008 38,105 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)

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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MV05 TCU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MV05 TCU, 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 MV05 TCU registered?

MV05 TCU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MV05 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 TCU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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