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FG53 GFX

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

65,081 mi
Last recorded65,081 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 GFX
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 65,081 miles

ALL TYRES OLD & DETERIORATING HEAVILY CRACKING ON SIDE WALLS(FRONTS 2010 YEAR,REARS 2009 YEAR),ADVISE REPLACE A.S.A.P.(205-55X16V)

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH BOTTOM ARM REAR BUSHES DETERIORATING. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 64,739 miles

BOTH BOTTOM ARM (REAR BUSHES ) DETERIORATED

BOTH FRONT TYRES 2010 YEAR ,CRACKING & PERISHING SIZE 205-55X16

BOTH REAR TYRES 2009 YEAR ,CRACKING & PERISHED.

OSF SILL HEAVILY CORRODED.

Fail 5 Dec 2017 64,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect CLEAN OR REPLACE (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect CLEAN OR REPLACE (1.8.A.1b)

BOTH BOTTOM ARM (REAR BUSHES ) DETERIORATED

BOTH FRONT TYRES 2010 YEAR ,CRACKING & PERISHING SIZE 205-55X16

BOTH REAR TYRES 2009 YEAR ,CRACKING & PERISHED.

OSF SILL HEAVILY CORRODED.

Pass 3 Dec 2016 64,100 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 58,562 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 58,562 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 53,623 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 52,180 miles

offside rear shock absorber outer cover adrift

Pass 31 Jan 2013 49,657 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 46,845 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs & pads worn

Pass 1 Feb 2012 46,845 miles

front brake discs & pads worn

Pass 13 Jan 2011 42,734 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

offside rear shock absorber outer cover adrift

Pass 10 Feb 2010 38,849 miles

offside rear shock absorber outer cover adrift

Pass 20 Jan 2009 34,031 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 28,807 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2007 22,293 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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FG53 GFX is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FG53 GFX, 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 FG53 GFX registered?

FG53 GFX is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 February 2004.

Is FG53 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 GFX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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