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FV53 HMO

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,670 mi
Last recorded121,670 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 HMO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2014 121,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 121,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 101,142 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 82,678 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 72,949 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 64,232 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 64,232 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 53,346 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 44,834 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 38,465 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 31,241 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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FV53 HMO is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FV53 HMO, 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 FV53 HMO registered?

FV53 HMO is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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The MOT history for FV53 HMO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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