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SH55 SMU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,784 mi
Last recorded104,784 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 SMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 104,784 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 93,906 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 93,906 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported back pipe (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 89,489 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 89,489 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 85,166 miles

Offside Rear handbrake cable outer casing corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2014 80,346 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 73,900 miles

front tyers geting close / tracking is out

Pass 27 Nov 2012 64,641 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 56,019 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 46,700 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 37,621 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 29,453 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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SH55 SMU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SH55 SMU, 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 SH55 SMU registered?

SH55 SMU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is SH55 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 SMU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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