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SD55 NZC

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

72,247 mi
Last recorded72,247 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD55 NZC
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 72,247 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2026

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 69,274 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2025

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 67,303 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 66,723 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 66,289 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 65,983 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 65,238 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 62,533 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 57,879 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 57,878 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective tail pipe mounting bracket corroded and broke free / system still supported ok (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 53,188 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 48,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55*16....2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55*16.....2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55*16....2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 44,242 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 44,242 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 39,190 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 36,950 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 36,013 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 35,196 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 34,873 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 34,193 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 27,510 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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SD55 NZC is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 SD55 NZC, 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

How do I check the history of SD55 NZC?

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What year was SD55 NZC registered?

SD55 NZC is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is SD55 NZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD55 NZC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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