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NV55 FEJ

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

122,039 mi
Last recorded122,039 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 FEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 122,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 113,257 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres bald on inner edges

engine mil light stopping on

Fail 3 Sep 2019 113,199 miles

Fuel system component leaking at no.1 injector (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres bald on inner edges

engine mil light stopping on

Pass 28 Aug 2018 108,714 miles

h/lamp lenses deteriorated.

o/s outer c.v boot deteriorated but preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 16 Aug 2017 104,306 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge & (4.1.E.1)

tread lowish on o/s/f tyre & it has a cut on outer side wall.

Fail 7 Aug 2017 104,202 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement n/s/wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement o/s wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge & (4.1.E.1)

tread lowish on o/s/f tyre & it has a cut on outer side wall.

Pass 5 Aug 2016 97,027 miles

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

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

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2016 97,018 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 88,781 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/r tyre has splits not deep on inner side wall

Pass 25 Jun 2014 81,346 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 74,878 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 74,878 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 May 2011 69,229 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 65,217 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 55,876 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F seat belt twisted, not affecting operation

Fail 26 Nov 2009 55,876 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F seat belt twisted, not affecting operation

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Nov 2008 42,394 miles

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

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

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

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
Full Ford Focus C-max reliability report

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NV55 FEJ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 NV55 FEJ, 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.

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What year was NV55 FEJ registered?

NV55 FEJ is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is NV55 FEJ safe to buy?

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