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SD56 AVL

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

735,778 mi
Last recorded735,778 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD56 AVL
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 735,778 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2017 735,778 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 127,313 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 119,397 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 109,434 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust middle section deteriorated

Fail 26 Nov 2014 109,434 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust middle section deteriorated

Pass 19 Oct 2013 100,043 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 90,480 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 90,480 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 79,975 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2011 79,573 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 69,304 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 47,748 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 47,748 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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SD56 AVL is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 SD56 AVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SD56 AVL registered?

SD56 AVL is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is SD56 AVL safe to buy?

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