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MV55 XLO

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

95,557 mi
Last recorded95,557 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 XLO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2014 95,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2013 85,787 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 85,787 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2012 76,057 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 76,057 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 65,041 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 49,656 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 49,656 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 34,911 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 34,911 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 26,517 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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MV55 XLO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 MV55 XLO, 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 XLO registered?

MV55 XLO is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is MV55 XLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 XLO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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