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YR05 DMU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,404 mi
Last recorded83,404 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 DMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 83,404 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 83,394 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 May 2024 81,464 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (all round) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 78,758 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF+OSF (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 75,116 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 71,211 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 68,752 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 65,058 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 65,058 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 59,077 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front both tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 25 Jun 2018 59,077 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front both tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Jun 2017 53,522 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 47,332 miles

Nearside Front nail in tyre

Fail 9 Jun 2016 47,332 miles

Nearside Front nail in tyre

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 42,420 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 41,216 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs starting to rust on inner side

front lower suspension arms rear bushes starting to seperate

slight damage to nearside rear sill

Pass 14 May 2013 39,363 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 37,334 miles

Both front tyres getting close to legal limit

Pass 15 Mar 2011 34,085 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 30,689 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

dent in nearside rear sill

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2010 30,689 miles

dent in nearside rear sill

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Mar 2009 26,815 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 22,382 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 22,382 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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YR05 DMU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 YR05 DMU, 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 YR05 DMU registered?

YR05 DMU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is YR05 DMU safe to buy?

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