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FG53 VRZ

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,000 mi
Last recorded94,000 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 VRZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 94,000 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 205/55r16 ()

Fail 1 May 2019 94,000 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 205/55r16 ()

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2018 83,673 miles

coolant level low

oil level low

Fail 8 May 2018 83,673 miles

Emissions not tested low on engine oil (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

coolant level low

oil level low

Pass 15 May 2017 76,302 miles

parking brake efficiency close to limit

Pass 6 May 2016 72,394 miles

both front lower wishbones, inner rear bushes worn

Pass 6 May 2015 69,832 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 66,491 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 63,367 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 60,736 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 54,343 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 47,523 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 42,175 miles

Front number plate starting to deteriorate.

Pass 12 Nov 2007 35,070 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 31 Oct 2006 25,628 miles

n/s rear tyre close to limit

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 VRZ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FG53 VRZ, 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 FG53 VRZ registered?

FG53 VRZ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is FG53 VRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 VRZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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