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FA53 NHM

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

109,501 mi
Last recorded109,501 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 NHM
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 109,501 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 109,501 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 104,239 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 98,550 miles

Front brake application slightly uneven.

Front headlamp lens deteriorating.

Lower front arms, rear bushes deteriorating.

Fail 19 Feb 2015 98,547 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front brake application slightly uneven.

Front headlamp lens deteriorating.

Lower front arms, rear bushes deteriorating.

Pass 28 Feb 2014 88,854 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 70,903 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear shock absorber top dirt cover detatched

windscreen wipers leave light lines

Pass 17 Feb 2012 68,732 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2011 66,262 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

front discs pitted

rear discs worn

Pass 25 Feb 2010 60,378 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 60,364 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2009 49,109 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 49,109 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 34,950 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 21,830 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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FA53 NHM is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FA53 NHM, 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

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What year was FA53 NHM registered?

FA53 NHM is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 27 February 2004.

Is FA53 NHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 NHM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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