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LB53 KXN

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

92,581 mi
Last recorded92,581 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 KXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 92,581 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Nov 2016 92,581 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Nov 2015 86,724 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 86,724 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 81,547 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 77,365 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 77,365 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 73,118 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 73,118 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 68,449 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 60,410 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 56,777 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 54,221 miles

Nearside Outer Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 54,221 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 41,067 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 27,337 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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LB53 KXN is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB53 KXN, 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 LB53 KXN registered?

LB53 KXN is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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