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SW05 NGN

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

107,554 mi
Last recorded107,554 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 NGN
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 107,554 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 107,554 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 106,210 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 104,857 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 104,857 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 104,131 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 102,955 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2016 102,944 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 100,085 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 92,302 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 85,163 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2013 85,163 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 75,310 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)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 61,863 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 61,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 49,926 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 39,229 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 28,170 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 28,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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
Full Ford Focus C-max reliability report

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SW05 NGN is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SW05 NGN, 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

How do I check the history of SW05 NGN?

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What year was SW05 NGN registered?

SW05 NGN is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is SW05 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 NGN shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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