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RV05 AWU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,974 mi
Last recorded76,974 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 AWU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 76,974 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 76,973 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 63,045 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 60,950 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 Sep 2016 60,822 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 55,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Slight power steering fluid leak

Pass 3 Sep 2014 48,772 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 39,932 miles

(2c)There is presence of tranmission oil indicating that a seepage is present

(2d)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items left within the boot not ordinarily required for use with the vehicle,should be removed prior to presenting your vehicle to a Test Station

(3.5.1g)The nearside front brake pads are worn towards the vehicle manufacturer recommended renewal interval.

(3.5.1g)The nearside rear brake pads are worn towards the vehicle manufacturer recommended renewal interval.

(3.5.1g)The offside front brake pads are worn towards the vehicle manufacturer recommended renewal interval.

(3.5.1g)The offside rear brake pads are worn towards the vehicle manufacturer recommended renewal interval.

(4.1D.1e)The nearside rear tyre valve stem is slightly damaged

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.2.3)The nearside windscreen washers are positioned low on the screen swept area

(8.2.3)The offside windscreen washers are positioned low within zone A of the screen swept area

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 12 Apr 2013 39,932 miles

(2c)There is presence of tranmission oil indicating that a seepage is present

(2d)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items left within the boot not ordinarily required for use with the vehicle,should be removed prior to presenting your vehicle to a Test Station

(3.5.1g)The nearside front brake pads are worn towards the vehicle manufacturer recommended renewal interval.

(3.5.1g)The nearside rear brake pads are worn towards the vehicle manufacturer recommended renewal interval.

(3.5.1g)The offside front brake pads are worn towards the vehicle manufacturer recommended renewal interval.

(3.5.1g)The offside rear brake pads are worn towards the vehicle manufacturer recommended renewal interval.

(4.1D.1e)The nearside rear tyre valve stem is slightly damaged

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.2.3)The nearside windscreen washers are positioned low on the screen swept area

(8.2.3)The offside windscreen washers are positioned low within zone A of the screen swept area

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 24 Apr 2012 33,898 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Apr 2012 33,898 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 26,348 miles

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre wall is deteriorating

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre sectional width is worn close to the legal limit

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre sectional width is worn close to the legal limit

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

Pass 14 Apr 2010 18,064 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,977 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 6,567 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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RV05 AWU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RV05 AWU, 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 RV05 AWU registered?

RV05 AWU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 9 April 2005.

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