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SJ05 SXP

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

66,228 mi
Last recorded66,228 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 SXP
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 66,228 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 66,225 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both headlamps clouded effecting output and pattern (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 60,789 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front head lamps foggy (1.7.5a)

body damage on nearside

both front lower arm rear bushes worn

Fail 28 Oct 2016 60,773 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front head lamps foggy (1.7.5a)

body damage on nearside

both front lower arm rear bushes worn

Pass 4 Nov 2015 54,859 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 28 Oct 2015 54,841 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2014 49,336 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 44,993 miles

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

both rear tyres outer walls cracking

Fail 4 Nov 2013 44,924 miles

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

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

both rear tyres outer walls cracking

Pass 5 Nov 2012 40,075 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 36,044 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 31,150 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 26,646 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 20,955 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2008 15,870 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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SJ05 SXP is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver 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 SJ05 SXP, 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 SJ05 SXP registered?

SJ05 SXP is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 March 2005.

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