2005 Ford Focus C-MAX 1.8L Petrol · NC05 AEB

The vehicle last passed MOT on 22 August 2023 at 110,420 miles, achieving a pass with only a light oil mist on the offside rear shock absorber and the offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. The defect history shows a clear improvement since the 2017 failures; recent entries contain only consumable wear items, indicating that the mechanical condition has stabilised and is no longer deteriorating. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a 21‑year‑old car, averaging roughly 5,300 miles per year. The record shows a steady annual increase from 2020 (102,352 miles) to 2023 (110,420 miles), with the largest yearly jump occurring between 2018 and 2019 (7,856 miles). The gap between the 2020 tests and the 2021 test is minimal, and the data remains complete through 2023, providing a reliable usage profile. A buyer should inspect the offside rear shock for oil leakage, check the front tyre tread depth against the 1.6 mm legal limit, and examine the brake pads for thin wear. The suspension arm bushes on both nearside and offside fronts should be inspected for wear, as should the coil springs for corrosion. The registration plate lamp and rear plate condition need verification, and the under‑trays should be inspected to ensure they do not conceal structural corrosion or component deterioration. Overall, the car is roadworthy and the recent MOT indicates a stable condition. The low mileage suggests light historic use, yet the recurring tyre and brake wear, suspension‑bush wear and coil‑spring corrosion highlight the need for routine maintenance and a thorough pre‑purchase inspection to confirm that these items have been addressed.