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EF53 GYE

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,443 mi
Last recorded106,443 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 GYE
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 106,443 miles

number plates poor

headlights faded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Nov 2015 106,442 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

headlights faded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

number plates poor

Pass 1 Dec 2014 99,617 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 89,734 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 80,832 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 80,832 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 70,482 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 70,482 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 61,103 miles

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

offside rear tyre slightly out off shape

Pass 25 Nov 2009 52,325 miles

FRONT WIPERS STARTING TO SMEAR THE WINDSCREEN

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

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

STRONG ADVISORY; NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO WEAR AND CRACK ON THE OUTER WALL

Pass 2 Dec 2008 44,009 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 35,963 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 35,963 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 26,369 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 GYE is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 EF53 GYE, 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 EF53 GYE registered?

EF53 GYE is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is EF53 GYE safe to buy?

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