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NU55 LHW

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

136,169 mi
Last recorded136,169 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 LHW
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2020 136,169 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 125,047 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 115,234 miles

front tyres worn heavily on edges

Fail 21 Apr 2018 115,177 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front tyres worn heavily on edges

Pass 17 May 2017 106,148 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 97,206 miles

both front tyres worn to limit on inner edge

nearside front brake bind

offside front anti roll bar link worn

offside rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 11 Sep 2015 88,785 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 78,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 23 Sep 2014 78,864 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 5 Sep 2013 67,912 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2012 57,972 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 48,566 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 42,450 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 42,450 miles

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

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)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 25 Sep 2009 34,419 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 24,755 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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NU55 LHW is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NU55 LHW, 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 NU55 LHW registered?

NU55 LHW is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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