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GP53 FDG

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,126 mi
Last recorded117,126 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 FDG
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 117,126 miles

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

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

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisey when rotated

Fail 16 Jun 2017 117,126 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisey when rotated

Pass 6 Jun 2016 110,147 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 102,840 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 95,469 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 86,952 miles

child seat at nearside rear(seat belt unexamined)

condition of all inner brake pads unknown(limited vision)

front pads look low(limited vision),advise wheels off inspection asap

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 25 Jun 2012 77,511 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 69,222 miles

front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 30 Jun 2010 61,488 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 57,141 miles

n/s/f o/s/f o/s/r tyres all scrubbed on inner edge

Fail 27 Nov 2009 57,141 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

n/s/f o/s/f o/s/r tyres all scrubbed on inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2008 48,510 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 48,510 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 39,645 miles

cut in tread of nearside front tyre

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Nov 2006 27,031 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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GP53 FDG is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GP53 FDG, 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.

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What year was GP53 FDG registered?

GP53 FDG is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is GP53 FDG safe to buy?

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