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EF53 PWZ

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

49,735 mi
Last recorded49,735 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 PWZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 49,735 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 49,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 49,295 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2017 49,295 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 47,982 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 47,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 46,400 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2015 46,400 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 44,499 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 44,499 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 42,982 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing thin

Fail 2 Jul 2012 40,433 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 40,433 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 38,243 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 38,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 36,081 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 36,081 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 36,061 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 31,844 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 24,520 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 17,293 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 16,188 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 16,188 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 PWZ is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 EF53 PWZ, 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 EF53 PWZ registered?

EF53 PWZ is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 20 January 2004.

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