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SO54 DVU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

115,004 mi
Last recorded115,004 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 DVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2019 115,004 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside tyres 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front wing damaged

Offside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter slight damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2019 115,004 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside tyres 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front wing damaged

Offside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter slight damage (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 90,883 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 90,883 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2017 78,936 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 May 2017 78,936 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 74,373 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 69,537 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 62,749 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 55,272 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 49,045 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 42,763 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 38,202 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 33,599 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 29,846 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 28,871 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 28,871 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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SO54 DVU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SO54 DVU, 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.

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What year was SO54 DVU registered?

SO54 DVU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is SO54 DVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO54 DVU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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