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CP53 CXE

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,962 mi
Last recorded114,962 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 CXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 114,962 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 114,960 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

pattern poor on dipped beams

Pass 5 Feb 2014 107,842 miles

both rear coil springs broken on lower coils

presented with child seats to both rear outter seats

Pass 21 Dec 2012 101,693 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Dec 2011 96,886 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 87,680 miles

advise front brake discs / slight wear

Pass 2 Dec 2009 75,547 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 64,702 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 64,702 miles

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

advise o/s/r tyre close to 1.6 mm /all so has a nail in it

Pass 30 Nov 2007 52,726 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 24 Nov 2006 38,455 miles

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

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

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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CP53 CXE is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CP53 CXE, 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 CP53 CXE registered?

CP53 CXE is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is CP53 CXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 CXE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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