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LM53 HLH

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

127,967 mi
Last recorded127,967 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 HLH
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 127,967 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 120,854 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 115,029 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 108,967 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 103,547 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 98,755 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 92,230 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 87,239 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 83,138 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 78,422 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 78,422 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 72,807 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 66,632 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 62,422 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 55,691 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 50,245 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 46,018 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 40,728 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 35,872 miles

engine top cover loose.

n/s/r tyre been run flat, nail in tread and been repaired.

oil cap missing.

Pass 20 Nov 2006 30,420 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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LM53 HLH is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LM53 HLH, 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 LM53 HLH registered?

LM53 HLH is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is LM53 HLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 HLH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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