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BV53 PVT

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

129,987 mi
Last recorded129,987 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 PVT
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 129,987 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2016 117,513 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 110,006 miles

Centre Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 110,006 miles

Centre Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Centre Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 102,968 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 94,264 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 94,264 miles

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 83,987 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 83,987 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 76,747 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 76,747 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 68,423 miles

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

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

both rear shock absorber dust covers insecure

Pass 6 Nov 2009 60,769 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 52,778 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 52,778 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 44,776 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 35,094 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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BV53 PVT is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV53 PVT, 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 BV53 PVT?

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What year was BV53 PVT registered?

BV53 PVT is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is BV53 PVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 PVT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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