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MT56 ESU

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,184 mi
Last recorded84,184 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 ESU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 84,184 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 79,034 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jun 2015 79,034 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2014 73,447 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 65,829 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 56,945 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 50,849 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 29 Apr 2010 35,988 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 35,988 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 33,293 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

cut in nsr side wall but not exposing cord

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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MT56 ESU is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MT56 ESU, 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 MT56 ESU registered?

MT56 ESU is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is MT56 ESU safe to buy?

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