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EG53 FCO

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,918 mi
Last recorded112,918 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG53 FCO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 112,918 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 102,906 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 102,710 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 101,992 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 100,935 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 99,389 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 97,243 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 97,243 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 94,994 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 92,069 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 92,069 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 88,781 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 85,476 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 85,476 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 82,472 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 78,037 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 74,117 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 68,183 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear tyres are slightly cracked on the outer sidewalls.

Fail 8 Aug 2009 68,183 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear tyres are slightly cracked on the outer sidewalls.

Pass 4 Feb 2009 61,500 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

off-side rear / near-side rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 31 Jan 2008 50,136 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 45,010 miles

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 FCO is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FCO, 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 FCO registered?

EG53 FCO is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is EG53 FCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG53 FCO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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