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CE53 VJU

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,601 mi
Last recorded108,601 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 VJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2012 108,601 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 102,417 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Dec 2010 95,239 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 86,153 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2010 86,153 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 72,775 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 58,402 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 58,402 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 45,464 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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CE53 VJU is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CE53 VJU, 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 CE53 VJU?

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What year was CE53 VJU registered?

CE53 VJU is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is CE53 VJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 VJU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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