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AU55 UVK

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

77,303 mi
Last recorded77,303 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 UVK
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 77,303 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front headlights deteriorated but are not currently affecting light output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 77,278 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated affecting light output and image (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 74,002 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 74,002 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 73,289 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 72,326 miles

front tyres perished

rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Aug 2021 71,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 69,241 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 69,192 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 65,617 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 65,617 miles

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 61,110 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 56,091 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 50,381 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 43,608 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 35,324 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 28,149 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 19,630 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 11,115 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 10,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 10,919 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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AU55 UVK is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AU55 UVK, 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 AU55 UVK registered?

AU55 UVK is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is AU55 UVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 UVK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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