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LO04 LTU

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

87,493 mi
Last recorded87,493 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO04 LTU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 87,493 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 87,493 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 82,020 miles

headlamps deteriorating

nearside front tyre on legal limit

Pass 19 Nov 2013 74,857 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 74,857 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 67,434 miles

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes showing signs of wear (splitting).

nearside front top suspension squeaky

Fail 23 Nov 2012 67,428 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

unable to fully inspect nearside rear seat belt, child seat fitted

Fail 27 Sep 2011 55,618 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)

slight dampness on o/s steering rack

Pass 27 Sep 2011 55,618 miles

slight dampness on o/s steering rack

Pass 13 Jul 2010 47,273 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 39,879 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 30,999 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 23,013 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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LO04 LTU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LO04 LTU, 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 LO04 LTU?

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What year was LO04 LTU registered?

LO04 LTU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is LO04 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO04 LTU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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