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FH53 EXX

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

150,829 mi
Last recorded150,829 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 EXX
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 150,829 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipe has a minor leak (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 141,497 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 129,437 miles

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2021 129,375 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust bracket broken off but secure

rear heat shield loose

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2019 116,804 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 108,524 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 103,108 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 100,842 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 95,283 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 90,410 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 84,494 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 75,192 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 69,437 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 69,399 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 63,058 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 53,997 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 44,811 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 34,253 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 34,253 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 21,695 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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FH53 EXX is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FH53 EXX, 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.

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What year was FH53 EXX registered?

FH53 EXX is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is FH53 EXX safe to buy?

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