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EJ53 VPM

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,272 mi
Last recorded193,272 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 VPM
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2013 193,272 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside rear suspension bump stop deteriorated but still performing function.

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2012 185,545 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 173,549 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 150,783 miles

clutch pedal antislip pad slightly worn

Pass 2 Dec 2009 129,166 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 99,320 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 76,465 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 76,465 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 52,027 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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EJ53 VPM is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EJ53 VPM, 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.

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What year was EJ53 VPM registered?

EJ53 VPM is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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