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ET53 BXJ

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

132,134 mi
Last recorded132,134 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 BXJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 132,134 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 131,108 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 131,108 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 129,472 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 119,685 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 106,326 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 101,478 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 92,787 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 83,148 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 70,407 miles

Uneven tyre wear

Pass 6 Dec 2007 56,963 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 56,963 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 41,090 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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ET53 BXJ is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ET53 BXJ, 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.

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How do I check the history of ET53 BXJ?

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What year was ET53 BXJ registered?

ET53 BXJ is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is ET53 BXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 BXJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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