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FL54 VPT

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

143,238 mi
Last recorded143,238 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL54 VPT
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 143,238 miles

Hand brake button missing

Headlamp lenses detoriation

fuel flap missing

Fail 11 Sep 2013 143,214 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Hand brake button missing

Headlamp lenses detoriation

fuel flap missing

o/s/r tyre borderline legal on wear indicators

Pass 8 Sep 2012 128,241 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2011 110,566 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 94,804 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 94,804 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

stone chips on front screen offside and nearside

Pass 24 Oct 2009 78,323 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 61,762 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 45,230 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2007 45,230 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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FL54 VPT is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL54 VPT, 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 FL54 VPT registered?

FL54 VPT is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is FL54 VPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL54 VPT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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