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KN53 WAO

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

159,647 mi
Last recorded159,647 miles
Recorded on18 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 WAO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2015 159,647 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 158,749 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 139,442 miles

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

o/s/f tye worn uneven

rear pads on 3.0 mm

slight rummble in n/s/f wheelbearing

Fail 15 Apr 2013 139,439 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

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

o/s/f tye worn uneven

rear pads on 3.0 mm

slight rummble in n/s/f wheelbearing

Pass 16 Apr 2012 117,385 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 86,556 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 59,049 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 59,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

damage to offside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 29 Dec 2008 53,454 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 53,454 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 44,212 miles

front avd rear no plate marked

Pass 27 Sep 2007 38,648 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 29,055 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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KN53 WAO is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KN53 WAO, 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 KN53 WAO registered?

KN53 WAO is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for KN53 WAO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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