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EF55 SVO

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

132,372 mi
Last recorded132,372 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 SVO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 132,372 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))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 125,817 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Fail 9 Feb 2018 125,815 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear mount (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 10 Feb 2017 119,377 miles

exhaust is corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2016 112,652 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 106,904 miles

exhaust is corroded

front wishbone rear bushes are perished & starting to break away

rear tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 10 Feb 2014 101,637 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust silencer starting to deteriorate

Fail 10 Feb 2014 101,637 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust silencer starting to deteriorate

Pass 18 Feb 2013 96,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

washer jet (one each side) missing windscreen

Fail 18 Feb 2013 96,656 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

washer jet (one each side) missing windscreen

Pass 9 Jul 2012 87,947 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 87,942 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 8 Jul 2011 70,835 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

engine shields fitted at time of test vehicle tested as best as possible

Pass 8 Jul 2011 70,835 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine shields fitted at time of test vehicle tested as best as possible

Pass 13 Sep 2010 55,392 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 39,467 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 30,263 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
Full Ford Focus C-max reliability report

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EF55 SVO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EF55 SVO, 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 EF55 SVO registered?

EF55 SVO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is EF55 SVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 SVO shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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