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BW53 UNL

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,210 mi
Last recorded82,210 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 UNL
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 82,210 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 79,082 miles

both front wishbone rear bush has play

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 70,714 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 61,998 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 56,440 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Nov 2009 43,220 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both number plates starting to delaminate

Pass 23 Aug 2008 34,446 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Feb 2007 23,213 miles

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

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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BW53 UNL is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 75,889 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 BW53 UNL, 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 22 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 BW53 UNL registered?

BW53 UNL is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 12 February 2004.

Is BW53 UNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW53 UNL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BW53 UNL have outstanding finance?

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