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BN53 SDO

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,684 mi
Last recorded133,684 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 SDO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2016 133,684 miles

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

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

Nearside 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge - advise tracking

nearside rear tyre wearing on both edges

slight bodywork damage

Pass 9 Jan 2015 115,861 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 115,861 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

uneven tyre wear - advise tracking

Pass 8 Jan 2014 95,556 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 93,187 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 93,187 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 86,351 miles

front pads wearing low

Pass 8 Apr 2011 76,470 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 69,605 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 58,396 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 49,638 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 40,527 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 37,664 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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
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BN53 SDO is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BN53 SDO, 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

How do I check the history of BN53 SDO?

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What year was BN53 SDO registered?

BN53 SDO is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is BN53 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 SDO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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