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MV55 WLE

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

77,043 mi
Last recorded77,043 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 WLE
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 77,043 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 70,215 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 70,215 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 68,517 miles

Aux belt poor condition

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 68,517 miles

Aux belt poor condition

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 67,069 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Temporary fuel filler cap

Pass 24 Nov 2021 65,756 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 63,771 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2020 63,771 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 62,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 60,063 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low at 3mm and worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 56,984 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test item removed from rear view mirror ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

n/s/f wing mirror damaged but, not likely to become insecure

sat nav cradle on windscreen but, not in drivers view of the road

Pass 18 Nov 2016 54,466 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 52,816 miles

205/55r16

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre close to wearbars

Pass 21 Nov 2014 49,838 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 47,243 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Nov 2013 47,243 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 42,634 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

tow bar fitted.

Fail 22 Nov 2012 42,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

tow bar fitted.

Pass 16 Nov 2011 38,092 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

tow bar fitted.

Pass 22 Nov 2010 33,798 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front offside and nearside tyres worn on edges.

tow hitch fitted.

Pass 24 Nov 2009 28,574 miles

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

tow hitch fitted.

Pass 2 Sep 2008 20,180 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MV55 WLE is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 MV55 WLE, 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 MV55 WLE registered?

MV55 WLE is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is MV55 WLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 WLE shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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