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NL55 FVV

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

109,004 mi
Last recorded109,004 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 FVV
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 109,004 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tread of tyre is worn

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tread of tyre is worn

Pass 18 Apr 2024 106,530 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 106,530 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 105,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 105,048 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Apr 2022 103,556 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 102,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Slightly Hazed Headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Slightly Hazed Headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 102,213 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush on the Suspension Arm is Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush on the Suspension Arm is Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Slightly Hazed Headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Slightly Hazed Headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 100,105 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 98,356 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 93,087 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 87,452 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 87,452 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 81,140 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 74,336 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2015 74,336 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 67,663 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jan 2014 67,663 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 61,728 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 54,196 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 45,178 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 37,373 miles

front and rear brake pads getting low

Pass 4 Dec 2008 28,329 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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NL55 FVV 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 73.9%.

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 NL55 FVV, 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

How do I check the history of NL55 FVV?

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What year was NL55 FVV registered?

NL55 FVV is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is NL55 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL55 FVV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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