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EG53 BEU

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

142,352 mi
Last recorded142,352 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG53 BEU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 142,352 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2016 141,827 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 133,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 122,157 miles

front headlamps ,lenses tarnished / poor light output

Fail 2 Apr 2014 122,157 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front headlamps ,lenses tarnished / poor light output

Pass 19 Mar 2013 112,340 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 104,197 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 104,197 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 91,201 miles

both rear tyres tyres in poor condition

Fail 26 Apr 2011 90,905 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres tyres in poor condition

Pass 18 Mar 2010 68,580 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 53,106 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 53,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 39,254 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 27,082 miles

Large wear lip on front brake discs

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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EG53 BEU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EG53 BEU, 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 EG53 BEU registered?

EG53 BEU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 4 February 2004.

Is EG53 BEU safe to buy?

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