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WF55 XLU

2005 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

174,955 mi
Last recorded174,955 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus C-max73,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF55 XLU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2026 174,955 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both weak pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin JUST ON LIMIT AT TIME OF TEST (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed ON LIMIT AT TIME OF TEST (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front wing corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mount areas corroded both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

engine burning oil and slightly smokey

Pass 28 Aug 2025 168,720 miles

Outer sills rusted

Pass 16 Sep 2024 162,316 miles

Arches rusty.

Fail 12 Sep 2024 162,313 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Arches rusty.

Pass 18 Sep 2023 154,551 miles

Engine idle speed high.

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 146,844 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 138,666 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 128,997 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2020 128,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 115,518 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 105,273 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 99,155 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 92,098 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 84,924 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 78,699 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 72,552 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 65,924 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 57,178 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 41,419 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 28,851 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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WF55 XLU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WF55 XLU, 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 WF55 XLU registered?

WF55 XLU is a 2005 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is WF55 XLU safe to buy?

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