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EO53 FRC

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

97,369 mi
Last recorded97,369 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 FRC
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 97,369 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2022 94,711 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 94,161 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nrs and osr (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 93,469 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 92,581 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 92,581 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 91,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 90,291 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 88,286 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 83,019 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 78,646 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 71,739 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 66,883 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 66,882 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 61,309 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 53,862 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 47,247 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 38,563 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 31,592 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 23,866 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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EO53 FRC is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EO53 FRC, 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

How do I check the history of EO53 FRC?

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What year was EO53 FRC registered?

EO53 FRC is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is EO53 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO53 FRC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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