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BG56 VEX

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

155,939 mi
Last recorded155,939 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 VEX
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 155,939 miles

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))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 155,936 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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 15 Aug 2023 153,172 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 151,074 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 151,074 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 145,926 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 145,912 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 140,143 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 140,143 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 132,289 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 132,289 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 121,524 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 110,114 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 99,976 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 88,573 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 75,118 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 60,959 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 48,950 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 38,460 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 31,444 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 24,431 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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BG56 VEX is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 70,386 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 BG56 VEX, 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 20 years old, this Ford Focus C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BG56 VEX is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 17 November 2006.

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