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KG53 VXV

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

127,705 mi
Last recorded127,705 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 VXV
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 127,705 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 118,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2016 118,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 113,136 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 98,222 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both headlight and beam patterns slight diffused

front wishbone inner rear bushes perishing,worn

Fail 15 Jan 2014 98,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both headlight and beam patterns slight diffused

front wishbone inner rear bushes perishing,worn

strong advise! offside rear tyre badly worn on inner edges also nail.

Pass 1 Feb 2013 85,643 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 76,564 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 76,564 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 66,449 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 51,514 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 48,142 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 48,135 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 36,601 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 30,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front and rear brake pads getting low

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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KG53 VXV is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KG53 VXV, 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

How do I check the history of KG53 VXV?

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What year was KG53 VXV registered?

KG53 VXV is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is KG53 VXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG53 VXV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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