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SP56 PFX

2006 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

99,438 mi
Last recorded99,438 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Ford Focus C-max70,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 PFX
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 99,438 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Power steering rack leaking fluid

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 99,374 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2025 92,796 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 85,189 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 85,188 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 80,651 miles

CORROSION IS VISIBLE UNDER CAR ESPECIALLY AROUND REAR SUSPENSION

HEADLIGHT LENSES ARE FADED/DISTORTED

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE IS LOW ON TREAD/BALD ON INNER EDGE

Pass 24 May 2022 75,881 miles

CORROSION VISIBLE UNDER CAR ESPECIALLY FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAMES

Fail 24 May 2022 75,881 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

CORROSION VISIBLE UNDER CAR ESPECIALLY FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAMES

Pass 27 May 2021 73,036 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE CORRODED

HEADLAMP LENSES ARE FADED

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE IS LOW ON TREAD

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE IS LOW ON TREAD

Pass 15 May 2020 71,866 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS AND DISCS ARE VERY LOW

Pass 13 May 2019 68,329 miles

exhaust flexi pipe weak.

Pass 24 Apr 2018 63,763 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2017 59,176 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres scrubbing on inner edges.

Pass 5 Apr 2016 53,819 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 47,647 miles

front brake pads are low

rear brake pads are low

Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,906 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 34,738 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)

Fail 12 Mar 2012 27,014 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,014 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 18,816 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 18,816 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 10,490 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 10,152 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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SP56 PFX is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 SP56 PFX, 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 SP56 PFX registered?

SP56 PFX is a 2006 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is SP56 PFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 PFX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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