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FH53 YRG

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

153,381 mi
Last recorded153,381 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 YRG
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2021 153,381 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 153,354 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2020 145,688 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Feb 2020 145,644 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 138,038 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 131,921 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 126,958 miles

Front both wearing on edges

Fail 10 May 2017 126,958 miles

Front both wearing on edges

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

Pass 20 May 2016 122,577 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 122,577 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 May 2015 117,986 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 May 2014 112,877 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

both headlamps have poor beam patterns

n/s/r tyre wearing uneven on inner edge very close to limit boarderline

Pass 20 May 2013 107,462 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 101,390 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 99,038 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 99,038 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 88,672 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 71,272 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 58,440 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 457,044 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 32,950 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 YRG is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YRG, 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 YRG registered?

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

Is FH53 YRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 YRG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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