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VU05 XRP

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

138,308 mi
Last recorded138,308 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2021 138,308 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Sill is corroded.

Nearside Rear ALL suspension arms are corroding.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Outer Sill is corroded.

Offside Rear ALL suspension arms are corroding.

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 137,458 miles

both sills and rear arms corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2020 137,198 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 131,920 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 124,697 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 115,237 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 106,182 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 100,073 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 93,432 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 85,284 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 73,201 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 60,587 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 50,816 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 36,376 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 23,970 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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VU05 XRP is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 XRP, 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 VU05 XRP registered?

VU05 XRP is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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The MOT history for VU05 XRP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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