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VK05 YDW

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

187,537 mi
Last recorded187,537 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 YDW
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 187,537 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 181,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 176,624 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 176,624 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 164,325 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 149,588 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 133,152 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 110,592 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 110,592 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 86,644 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 86,643 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 63,654 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 52,593 miles

advise screw in n/s/r tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2012 49,435 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 44,144 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 40,116 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 40,116 miles

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

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

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

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

near side front tyre cut sidewall

Pass 17 Mar 2009 35,170 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 29,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

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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VK05 YDW is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VK05 YDW, 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 VK05 YDW?

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What year was VK05 YDW registered?

VK05 YDW is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is VK05 YDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 YDW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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