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VE54 XEW

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,450 mi
Last recorded122,450 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 XEW
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 122,450 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 122,450 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 112,706 miles

off side rear child seat fitted cannot fully check seat belt

Fail 26 Jun 2014 112,703 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

off side front anti roll bar 1/4 link slight wear

off side rear child seat fitted cannot fully check seat belt

Pass 13 Jul 2013 106,336 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 88,217 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 72,432 miles

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

child seat offside rear unable to give adult seat belt full inspection

Pass 7 Jul 2010 63,224 miles

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

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

Recomend tracking checked & tyre replaced

Pass 8 Jul 2009 53,793 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 43,539 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2007 40,822 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 40,822 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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VE54 XEW is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE54 XEW, 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

How do I check the history of VE54 XEW?

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What year was VE54 XEW registered?

VE54 XEW is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is VE54 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 XEW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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