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LO04 DOG

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

148,501 mi
Last recorded148,501 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO04 DOG
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 148,501 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 141,164 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 141,164 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 133,679 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 121,432 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2015 121,421 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 118,939 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 118,939 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 109,347 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 103,812 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 94,100 miles

rear brake discs slightly worn

rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Fail 5 Mar 2011 87,568 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 87,568 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 68,877 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 51,137 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 43,636 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 34,164 miles

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

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

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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LO04 DOG 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 LO04 DOG, 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 LO04 DOG registered?

LO04 DOG is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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