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FT53 CUW

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

150,041 mi
Last recorded150,041 miles
Recorded on6 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT53 CUW
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2015 150,041 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 150,038 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 141,398 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 108,742 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 108,742 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 May 2011 108,084 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 71,457 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 71,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 45,479 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 38,466 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 32,166 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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FT53 CUW is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FT53 CUW, 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 FT53 CUW registered?

FT53 CUW is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is FT53 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT53 CUW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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