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FG57 JBV

2007 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

151,615 mi
Last recorded151,615 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus C-max69,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 JBV
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2026 151,615 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2025 150,835 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

bonnet cant be opened

Pass 4 Oct 2024 150,124 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2024 150,124 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 149,333 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 148,375 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 147,066 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 147,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 145,124 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 142,773 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Oct 2019 142,770 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 133,691 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 123,587 miles

Offside Front Lower ball joint slight play

Offside Front wheel bearing slightplay

Pass 11 May 2016 107,931 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 99,758 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2014 89,534 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 13 May 2014 89,534 miles

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 16 May 2013 77,497 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 69,217 miles

o/s/r/ outer pad getting low

Fail 19 May 2012 69,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/r/ outer pad getting low

Pass 25 May 2011 54,599 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 39,321 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 24 May 2010 39,321 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FG57 JBV is a 2007 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2007 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 69,994 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 FG57 JBV, 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 19 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 FG57 JBV registered?

FG57 JBV is a 2007 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 26 September 2007.

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The MOT history for FG57 JBV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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