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NM05 SXP

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,210 mi
Last recorded106,210 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM05 SXP
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 106,210 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 106,210 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 103,755 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 103,755 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 100,962 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 100,962 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 97,854 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 94,376 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 90,293 miles

Both front tyres wearing

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 87,249 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 83,003 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 78,891 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 74,840 miles

nearside front tyre has a nail and worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn

Pass 9 Jun 2016 70,760 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 66,596 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 62,042 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 62,042 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 57,944 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 57,025 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front tyre wearing on edge

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

offside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 29 Mar 2012 50,234 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 50,234 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 43,400 miles

BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM REAR BUSHES SPLITTING.

Pass 1 Apr 2010 108,893 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 28,849 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 25,378 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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NM05 SXP is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NM05 SXP, 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 NM05 SXP registered?

NM05 SXP is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is NM05 SXP safe to buy?

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