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DY55 OPU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

150,542 mi
Last recorded150,542 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 OPU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 150,542 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 145,796 miles

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 136,216 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 125,080 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2023 125,079 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 115,157 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 105,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 99,106 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front supports very rusty (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective UV damage. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded recommend clean/treat lower coil section/wishbones (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 87,794 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT DISCS RUSTY/SCORED. PADS NOW FAIRLY WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread NO PLATES DELAMINATING (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH OS & NS FRONT WISHBONE BUSHES DELAMINATED AND WORN TO LIMIT. REC RENEWAL SOON. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 76,068 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 68,621 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS QUITE WORN. REC.REN.

Pass 1 Sep 2016 61,979 miles

recommend waxoyl of wishbones and coil springs.

Pass 14 Sep 2015 55,543 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 47,388 miles

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

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

both front tyre treads worn low

Pass 9 Sep 2013 40,845 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 33,933 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 28,883 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 28,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre side wall perrished

offside rear tyre worn close to wear bars

Pass 10 Sep 2010 23,104 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 17,697 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 14,570 miles

baby seat fitted to nearside rear , partial check of seat belt due to restriction by seat

offside tyre inner edge close to legal limit

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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DY55 OPU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 DY55 OPU, 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 DY55 OPU registered?

DY55 OPU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is DY55 OPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 OPU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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