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FG54 ZHL

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

56,779 mi
Last recorded56,779 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG54 ZHL
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 56,779 miles

Front Lower Both front wings excessively corroded .

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering rack . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very heavy wear on both edges smooth and on 2mm . (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 55,463 miles

Nearside Front Lower Wing excessively corroded

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Wing excessively corroded .

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear both edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 53,863 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 52,802 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 51,861 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 51,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot 0910 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 51,139 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 50,264 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 48,702 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 47,404 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 46,180 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 45,073 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 43,489 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 43,489 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 41,663 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 39,678 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 39,678 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 37,382 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 33,732 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 29,838 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 26,151 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 21,895 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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FG54 ZHL is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FG54 ZHL, 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 FG54 ZHL registered?

FG54 ZHL is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 16 November 2004.

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