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SH56 YCF

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,383 mi
Last recorded112,383 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 YCF
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 112,383 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2025 108,360 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear axel build up corrosion all component offside+nearside

Fail 23 Jul 2025 108,353 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested offside+nearside (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced offside+nearside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear axel build up corrosion all component offside+nearside

Pass 10 Jul 2024 102,949 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced also nearside and offside build up corrosion to suspension components and coil springs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2024 102,949 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside and offside (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp lens seriously defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced also nearside and offside build up corrosion to suspension components and coil springs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

heat shield loose front to rear under Neath

Pass 25 Oct 2023 98,690 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 92,667 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 92,661 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 85,523 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 81,766 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 76,921 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 70,491 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 64,170 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 58,001 miles

brake pedal ant skid condition poor

o/side front tyre low tread inner edge

Pass 12 Oct 2015 52,318 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 48,656 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 44,985 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 40,817 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 36,741 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 31,065 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 25,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

screenwash stagnent

Pass 27 Oct 2009 25,159 miles

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

screenwash stagnent

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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SH56 YCF is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SH56 YCF, 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 SH56 YCF registered?

SH56 YCF is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 27 November 2006.

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The MOT history for SH56 YCF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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