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ET53 SMX

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,891 mi
Last recorded112,891 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 SMX
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2015 112,891 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 104,060 miles

front o/s tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Feb 2013 93,092 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 83,624 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 75,160 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 64,636 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 50,621 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 37,502 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 27,152 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
Full Ford Focus C-max reliability report

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ET53 SMX is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SMX, 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

How do I check the history of ET53 SMX?

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What year was ET53 SMX registered?

ET53 SMX is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 11 February 2004.

Is ET53 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 SMX shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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