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HT04 LJL

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

116,950 mi
Last recorded116,950 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT04 LJL
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 116,950 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 105,140 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 97,790 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 97,786 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 87,328 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 87,328 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 74,363 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight body damage

Fail 1 Dec 2014 74,362 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r shock absorber damp

slight body damage

Pass 13 Feb 2014 68,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight body damage

Pass 14 Feb 2013 63,416 miles

body damage

front brake discs in poor condition

headlamp patterns just visible

rear brake discs worn

rear no plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 2 Feb 2012 57,586 miles

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs worn

Pass 14 Feb 2011 49,272 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 16 Feb 2010 41,437 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 36,560 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 May 2008 30,232 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 22,802 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 22,802 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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HT04 LJL is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HT04 LJL, 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 HT04 LJL registered?

HT04 LJL is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is HT04 LJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT04 LJL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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