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NJ05 VAH

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,947 mi
Last recorded87,947 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 VAH
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 87,947 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Fail 19 Mar 2016 87,947 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 12 May 2014 71,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 May 2013 63,969 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front brake discs lipped

light cracking on both rear tyres between tread blocks

Pass 15 May 2012 57,118 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 48,032 miles

plastic tube insecure on o/s/r damper

Pass 5 Feb 2010 41,086 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 41,086 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 31,344 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 24,184 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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NJ05 VAH is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NJ05 VAH, 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 NJ05 VAH registered?

NJ05 VAH is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is NJ05 VAH safe to buy?

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