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NH05 VZB

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,550 mi
Last recorded89,550 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH05 VZB
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 89,550 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2025 89,545 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 87,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 86,348 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 85,065 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 83,190 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 80,664 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 76,571 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 72,644 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 68,663 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 63,956 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 58,516 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 54,653 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 49,629 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 45,128 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 39,591 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 36,111 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 30,750 miles

both inner c v boots are leaking grease

Fail 11 Jul 2009 30,750 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both inner c v boots are leaking grease

Pass 25 Jul 2008 27,832 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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NH05 VZB is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NH05 VZB, 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.

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What year was NH05 VZB registered?

NH05 VZB is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 1 August 2005.

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