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EX56 MXA

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

130,409 mi
Last recorded130,409 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 MXA
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 130,409 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 124,987 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 120,289 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 120,289 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone arm. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 113,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front WEARING ON OUTSIDE EDGE.

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2017 113,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front WEARING ON OUTSIDE EDGE.

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 103,694 miles

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

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

Offside Rear parking brake would seem to require investigation

Fail 18 Feb 2015 94,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 94,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 84,111 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge,o/s wiper rubber split

Pass 30 Aug 2012 75,346 miles

both front tyres on legal limit

slight engine oil leak

Fail 24 Aug 2011 59,437 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 59,437 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 51,092 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 37,321 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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EX56 MXA is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 EX56 MXA, 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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What year was EX56 MXA registered?

EX56 MXA is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is EX56 MXA safe to buy?

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