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SH05 UMB

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

123,797 mi
Last recorded123,797 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 UMB
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 123,797 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside and offside outer sill appear to have been stood (6.1.1 (c) (i))

top covers under trays sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2020 120,076 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust outer skin poor

Fail 28 Jul 2020 120,070 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust outer skin poor

Pass 30 Apr 2019 113,333 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect on limit (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sill and front lower wings poor in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust outer skin poor

Pass 3 Apr 2018 107,825 miles

Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower control arm to subframe rubber bushes are wearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion rear chassis legs have slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt two child seats fitted preventing full inspection of outer seats...however centre seat belt was examined ok ()

Rear outer skin on rear silencer is separating but not leaking

Pass 3 Apr 2017 99,237 miles

both front brake discs corroded inner face

both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edge

Pass 5 Apr 2016 91,007 miles

child seats fitted to rear not allowing full inspection of adult belts

exhaust system weak

Fail 5 Apr 2016 91,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

child seats fitted to rear not allowing full inspection of adult belts

exhaust system weak

Pass 8 Apr 2015 84,276 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

handbrake travel.

rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Pass 24 Apr 2014 77,569 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R SHOCK ABSORBER LEAKING.

Pass 5 Apr 2013 66,422 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 54,178 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 42,571 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 31,018 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 20,287 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2009 20,287 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2008 12,477 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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SH05 UMB is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SH05 UMB, 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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SH05 UMB is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 20 June 2005.

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