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EF53 LHK

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

141,416 mi
Last recorded141,416 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 LHK
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2011 141,416 miles

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

slight noise from n/s/r wheel bearing.

Pass 10 Nov 2010 107,497 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 82,561 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2009 82,561 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 58,054 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 40,827 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 28,178 miles

Inner 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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EF53 LHK is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LHK, 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 LHK registered?

EF53 LHK is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is EF53 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF53 LHK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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