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DS53 FAU

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,928 mi
Last recorded107,928 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 FAU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2016 107,928 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 99,088 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 90,519 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 83,635 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 74,772 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 65,524 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 56,180 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 48,246 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 38,498 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 28,036 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 FAU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DS53 FAU, 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

How do I check the history of DS53 FAU?

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What year was DS53 FAU registered?

DS53 FAU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 25 February 2004.

Is DS53 FAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 FAU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS53 FAU have outstanding finance?

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