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VA54 LGC

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

114,104 mi
Last recorded114,104 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA54 LGC
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 114,104 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Jan 2022 111,658 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 108,259 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2021 108,259 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 104,353 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 100,397 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 97,968 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 92,189 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 84,288 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 75,923 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 66,687 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 59,243 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 52,090 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise all tyres wearing on the edges

Pass 12 Aug 2010 43,234 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 33,071 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 24,503 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 20,986 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 20,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 20,382 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)

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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VA54 LGC is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VA54 LGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VA54 LGC registered?

VA54 LGC is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is VA54 LGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA54 LGC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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