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VU05 CUH

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,545 mi
Last recorded121,545 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 CUH
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 121,545 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 115,219 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 115,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 109,542 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 101,409 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 92,262 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 82,485 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 72,664 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 61,982 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 53,035 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 42,324 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 32,948 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 24,045 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 24,045 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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VU05 CUH is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VU05 CUH, 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 VU05 CUH?

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What year was VU05 CUH registered?

VU05 CUH is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is VU05 CUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 CUH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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