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SG55 YLT

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,641 mi
Last recorded126,641 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG55 YLT
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 126,641 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides rears inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 125,010 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Jul 2025 125,010 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 123,437 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2024 123,416 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 121,436 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 121,436 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 119,382 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 116,221 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 111,313 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 109,047 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2019 109,047 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 101,475 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 91,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 84,129 miles

Oil leak from under vehicle

Pass 5 Aug 2015 79,893 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 76,835 miles

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

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

exhaust correded but not blowing

Pass 24 Jul 2014 75,916 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 71,535 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 70,543 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 63,730 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 52,097 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 52,097 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 37,482 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 22,826 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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SG55 YLT is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SG55 YLT, 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 SG55 YLT registered?

SG55 YLT is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is SG55 YLT safe to buy?

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