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FM04 VMU

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

138,564 mi
Last recorded138,564 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 VMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 138,564 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 142,301 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 132,823 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 121,567 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 112,676 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 100,490 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 92,864 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 92,864 miles

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 84,631 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 78,677 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 72,036 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 72,033 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Jul 2010 64,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 64,414 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 56,948 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 48,045 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 36,835 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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FM04 VMU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FM04 VMU, 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 FM04 VMU registered?

FM04 VMU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 24 July 2004.

Is FM04 VMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 VMU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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