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FV54 PHN

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

59,263 mi
Last recorded59,263 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 PHN
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 59,263 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread has damage

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear temp repair to bumper projection via tape

Nearside Rear tyre perishing/cracking

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output temp repair /red tape (1.3.2d)

Fail 8 May 2017 59,254 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Nearside Front tyre tread has damage

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear tyre perishing/cracking

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp has a product on the light source but not adversely affecting light output temp repair /red tape (1.3.2d)

Pass 23 May 2016 57,575 miles

front tyre have slight sidewall damage

items removed from drivers view prior to test

offside front tyre bald on inside edge

offside rear light lens temporary repair

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 18 May 2016 57,575 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage mirror bracket (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

front tyre have slight sidewall damage

items removed from drivers view prior to test

offside front tyre bald on inside edge

offside rear light lens temporary repair

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 13 Mar 2015 56,020 miles

damage to bodywork all around vehicle

nearside front mirror missing

nearside front tyre sidewall damage

offside front tyre sidewall damage

rear exhaust mounting broken

tempory repair to offside rear position lamp cover

Fail 11 Mar 2015 56,007 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

damage to bodywork all around vehicle

nearside front mirror missing

nearside front tyre sidewall damage

offside front tyre sidewall damage

rear exhaust mounting broken

tempory repair to offside rear position lamp cover

Pass 1 Aug 2014 54,667 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both headlight images could be better

exhaust tailpipe hanger broken

Fail 1 Aug 2014 54,666 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both headlight images could be better

exhaust tailpipe hanger broken

Pass 27 Mar 2013 52,286 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

headlight images could be better

Fail 26 Mar 2013 52,286 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

headlight images could be better

Pass 2 Apr 2012 51,135 miles

damage to bodywork

nearside mirror missing

nearside rear outer sill damaged

Fail 30 Mar 2012 51,118 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

damage to bodywork

nearside mirror missing

nearside rear outer sill damaged

Pass 14 Oct 2010 48,019 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Oct 2010 48,019 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 41,577 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 34,275 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 34,275 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 33,806 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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FV54 PHN is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FV54 PHN, 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.

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What year was FV54 PHN registered?

FV54 PHN is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 January 2005.

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The MOT history for FV54 PHN shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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