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DS53 CWM

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

229,790 mi
Last recorded229,790 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 CWM
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 229,790 miles

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 20 Jan 2017 229,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 15 Jan 2016 215,552 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

engine oil leak

engine undertrays fitted, unable to check some components.

Fail 15 Jan 2016 215,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

engine oil leak

engine undertrays fitted, unable to check some components.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 198,729 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2014 184,534 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 184,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 164,211 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 148,414 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Fail 6 Feb 2012 148,414 miles

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

Both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 19 Jan 2011 131,792 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Fail 12 Jan 2010 115,887 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 115,887 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 97,553 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 80,272 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 62,109 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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DS53 CWM is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 DS53 CWM, 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 DS53 CWM registered?

DS53 CWM is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 10 February 2004.

Is DS53 CWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 CWM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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