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VU05 NKO

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

97,394 mi
Last recorded97,394 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 NKO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2023 97,394 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 97,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 92,289 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 88,486 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 86,966 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 83,528 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 79,597 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 75,242 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 70,541 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 70,541 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 64,423 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 59,473 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres outer sidewalls cracked

Pass 31 Mar 2014 59,473 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

both rear tyres outer sidewalls cracked

Pass 4 Apr 2013 55,679 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Apr 2012 52,521 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 46,865 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 46,865 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 41,448 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 37,546 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 37,546 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 32,845 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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VU05 NKO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NKO, 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 NKO?

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What year was VU05 NKO registered?

VU05 NKO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VU05 NKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 NKO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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