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BT56 EVB

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

81,417 mi
Last recorded81,417 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 EVB
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 81,417 miles

O/S and N/S lower wings slightly corroded

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 72,230 miles

O/S front lower wing corroded

Fail 21 Aug 2025 72,230 miles

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

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

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

O/S front lower wing corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2024 61,089 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 54,367 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 49,630 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 47,337 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 46,783 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 46,430 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 45,706 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 45,089 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 44,274 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement dog bone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement dog bone (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front wipers smearing slightly - rear wiper juddering

slight leak from around power steering rack

Pass 9 Dec 2015 43,619 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear dog bone suspension arm rubber bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

both rear tyres slightly misshaped on outer wall

slight seepage from powersteering rack pipe

Pass 9 Dec 2014 43,057 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

osf tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 16 Dec 2013 42,505 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

front and rear wipers juddering

Pass 13 Mar 2013 42,034 miles

drivers seatbelt frayed slightly

rear wiper juddering

Pass 12 Dec 2012 47,886 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 40,953 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 39,307 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 37,343 miles

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 36,737 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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BT56 EVB is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 BT56 EVB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT56 EVB registered?

BT56 EVB is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is BT56 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT56 EVB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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