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RE56 RXC

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

76,861 mi
Last recorded76,861 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 RXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 76,861 miles

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

Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

pre check top up engine oil 1ltr as low

reverse lights not working

Fail 3 Feb 2026 76,861 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

pre check top up engine oil 1ltr as low

reverse lights not working

Pass 21 Jan 2025 74,261 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear all underside corroded

reverse lights not working

Fail 21 Jan 2025 74,245 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear all underside corroded

pre check top up engine oil 1/2ltr

reverse lights not working

Pass 21 Nov 2023 72,340 miles

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

reverse lights not working

Fail 20 Nov 2023 72,338 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

reverse lights not working

Pass 9 Dec 2022 70,375 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 67,631 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2021 67,631 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 64,832 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 62,464 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 28 Nov 2019 62,464 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 7 Dec 2018 58,015 miles

Advise both front headlight lenses faded and has a reduced output of light.

Pass 30 Nov 2017 53,275 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 48,887 miles

nearside rear wheel arch damaged

offside and nearside head lamp lens weathered

offside front tyre worn (inner )

Pass 16 Nov 2015 44,461 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 40,532 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 37,102 miles

advise rear brake pads wearing low and close to legal limits.

advise various stone chips front screen.

advise wipers smearing screen.

Pass 12 Nov 2012 32,914 miles

advise nearside rear tyre perrished.

advise rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 15 Nov 2011 27,516 miles

advise both rear tyres perrished.

advise rear brake pads starting to wear low.

Fail 15 Nov 2011 27,516 miles

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

advise both rear tyres perrished.

advise rear brake pads starting to wear low.

Pass 9 Dec 2010 22,331 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 18,701 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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RE56 RXC is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 70,386 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 RE56 RXC, 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 20 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 RE56 RXC registered?

RE56 RXC is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is RE56 RXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE56 RXC 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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