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ET53 UPR

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,603 mi
Last recorded117,603 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 UPR
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2015 117,603 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 106,030 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 90,800 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 88,672 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 88,672 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 80,944 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 80,787 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 67,289 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 54,740 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 54,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 41,722 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 29,360 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 24,242 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 UPR is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UPR, 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 UPR?

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What year was ET53 UPR registered?

ET53 UPR is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is ET53 UPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 UPR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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