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AX53 DYU

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

111,715 mi
Last recorded111,715 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 DYU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2022 111,715 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 110,630 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 105,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 105,646 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 105,646 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 102,106 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 102,106 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 96,505 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)

parking brake efficiency only just passed

Pass 26 Nov 2016 91,019 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 90,885 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine failed smoke test (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre close to legal limit

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 84,986 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2015 84,882 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.58mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.58mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 78,567 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 11 Nov 2014 78,567 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Nov 2013 73,204 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 Nov 2012 68,035 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 68,035 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 62,849 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 57,123 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 51,531 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 45,953 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 41,095 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 33,193 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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AX53 DYU is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,678 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 AX53 DYU, 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 23 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 AX53 DYU registered?

AX53 DYU is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is AX53 DYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 DYU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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