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EX53 KJU

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,460 mi
Last recorded95,460 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 KJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 95,460 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides beam pattern poor (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 86,201 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 77,265 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 69,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Sep 2014 69,900 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

O/s/r tyre wearing low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2013 61,911 miles

Front inner brake discs corroding

Pass 16 Aug 2012 54,948 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 47,992 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 40,595 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 33,513 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 28,265 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 21,790 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 15,247 miles

O/S/F wheel bearing/ driveshaft support bearing slight roughness.

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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EX53 KJU is a 2003 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 92.3%.

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 EX53 KJU, 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

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What year was EX53 KJU registered?

EX53 KJU is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is EX53 KJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 KJU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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