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FV55 OBL

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

56,961 mi
Last recorded56,961 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 OBL
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 56,961 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 55,543 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 53,797 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 52,172 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 50,577 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 48,737 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 47,127 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 45,300 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 43,843 miles

Offside c v boot to secure better

Pass 29 Nov 2016 43,034 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 41,150 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 37,934 miles

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2013 33,888 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 30,233 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 26,240 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 26,203 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 21,914 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 18,314 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 14,433 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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FV55 OBL is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FV55 OBL, 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 FV55 OBL registered?

FV55 OBL is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is FV55 OBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 OBL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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