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FV04 TBU

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

81,321 mi
Last recorded81,321 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 TBU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 81,321 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 75,027 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 75,027 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 68,107 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 61,822 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 60,722 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 60,069 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 56,362 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2014 56,362 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 49,715 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 44,863 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 40,044 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 34,954 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 28,374 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 21,036 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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FV04 TBU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FV04 TBU, 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.

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What year was FV04 TBU registered?

FV04 TBU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is FV04 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV04 TBU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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