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FH53 NGF

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

147,294 mi
Last recorded147,294 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 147,294 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 137,364 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 129,570 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 129,570 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Fail 12 Nov 2016 129,542 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

play in n/s/f lower arm rear bush

slight noise in o/s drive shaft bearing

slight play in steering

Pass 9 Nov 2015 128,451 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 128,434 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 123,659 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

damage to n/s outer sill

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2013 107,889 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 100,992 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 91,048 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 79,736 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 68,365 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 58,561 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)

front no. plate cracked

Pass 14 Nov 2007 48,725 miles

Both front tyre wearing on inner edges.

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

Registration plates starting to stain.

Pass 25 Oct 2006 35,679 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 NGF is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NGF, 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 FH53 NGF registered?

FH53 NGF is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is FH53 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 NGF 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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