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EF53 CVM

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,041 mi
Last recorded72,041 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 CVM
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 72,041 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 63,357 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 55,852 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 51,262 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 47,953 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 43,838 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 38,563 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 34,709 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 29,039 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 29,039 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 23,113 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 17,115 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2006 17,115 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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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EF53 CVM is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EF53 CVM, 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 EF53 CVM?

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What year was EF53 CVM registered?

EF53 CVM is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is EF53 CVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 CVM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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