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NV55 FBG

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Orange Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,038 mi
Last recorded156,038 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 FBG
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 156,038 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 135,342 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 8 Dec 2016 125,313 miles

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 119,201 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres out of shape

Pass 10 Dec 2014 112,072 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/r brake pads getting low

Fail 9 Dec 2014 112,072 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/r brake pads getting low

Pass 26 Sep 2013 107,392 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 99,293 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 15 Nov 2011 87,449 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 71,554 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 58,630 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 52,036 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 24 Nov 2008 51,177 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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NV55 FBG is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Orange with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 NV55 FBG, 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 NV55 FBG registered?

NV55 FBG is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is NV55 FBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV55 FBG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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