2006 Ford Focus C-MAX 2.0L Petrol · EF55 FBA

This 2006 Ford Focus C-Max displays a deeply concerning maintenance record characterized by recurring component failures and neglected consumable upkeep, culminating in a test history that strongly points toward a worsening mechanical trend. The last recorded MOT test took place on 29 March 2022 at 112,217 miles resulting in a pass with a damaged windscreen advisory, but this isolated clean result sits against a stark backdrop of multiple previous failures. The vehicle lacks any valid MOT test certificates for over four years relative to the current date of July 2026, indicating it has likely been laid up or operated off-road for an extended period, which introduces severe risks of seized components, stagnant fluids, and latent corrosion. The recorded mileage stands at 112,217 miles, which averages out to roughly 5,611 miles per year over its twenty-year lifespan. This low annual average masks irregular usage patterns and lengthy periods of dormancy, particularly evident between the 2022 test and the current date, as well as tighter clusters where mileage accumulation stalled entirely. Low mileage on an older chassis does not equate to preservation when combined with poor upkeep, and this vehicle proves that infrequent use often coincides with accelerated degradation of rubber and electrical components. A prospective buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing heavily on recurring weak points highlighted throughout the history. The front suspension requires close scrutiny due to persistent failures in past years, notably the 2018 test where nearside and offside front lower suspension arm rubber bushes deteriorated and caused excessive movement. Constant velocity joint gaiters and drive shaft boots failed repeatedly across the 2014, 2018, and 2019 test records, meaning the inner and outer CV joints face a high probability of premature wear or grease contamination. Tyres show a historical pattern of neglect, frequently appearing on advisories and failure sheets for perishing, cracking, and tread depths below legal requirements, while lighting defects, oxidized headlamp lenses, and emission failures in 2019 point to substandard electrical and engine maintenance. Finally, the prolonged absence of a fresh MOT test means the buyer should budget for a thorough independent mechanical examination and a completely fresh test before attempting any road use.