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EK56 VMH

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

71,566 mi
Last recorded71,566 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 VMH
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 71,566 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 71,387 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both Front Coil Springs Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 70,980 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 70,275 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 69,450 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 68,569 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 67,458 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 67,458 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 66,136 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/and o/s corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 65,101 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 65,088 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 63,414 miles

front screen damaged

n/s and o/s front brake discs corroded

n/s and o/s headlamps lenses worn and have poor beam patterns

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Sep 2015 61,829 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 59,337 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 56,897 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 54,111 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 50,473 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 44,217 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 30,503 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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EK56 VMH is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EK56 VMH, 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

How do I check the history of EK56 VMH?

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What year was EK56 VMH registered?

EK56 VMH is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is EK56 VMH safe to buy?

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