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AO55 NLT

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,185 mi
Last recorded141,185 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 NLT
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 141,185 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s & o/s (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)

centre exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Feb 2016 109,725 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 106,215 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 18 Mar 2015 106,215 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 102,076 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 97,678 miles

exhaust system corroded but not blowing

front brake discs pitted

Pass 18 Jan 2012 91,807 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 73,441 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 57,684 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 57,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 44,140 miles

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

Offside Front 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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AO55 NLT is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AO55 NLT, 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.

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What year was AO55 NLT registered?

AO55 NLT is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AO55 NLT safe to buy?

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