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LS53 MWN

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,698 mi
Last recorded124,698 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 MWN
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 124,698 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 12,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Aug 2014 112,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

offside rear tyre worn uneavenly andon inner edge

Pass 13 Aug 2014 112,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

offside rear tyre worn uneavenly andon inner edge

Pass 14 Aug 2013 100,434 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 91,568 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 91,568 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 85,098 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 85,097 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 76,346 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 68,184 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 58,053 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 46,398 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 33,089 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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LS53 MWN is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LS53 MWN, 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 LS53 MWN registered?

LS53 MWN is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is LS53 MWN safe to buy?

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