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LS53 TVJ

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

116,897 mi
Last recorded116,897 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 TVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 116,897 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 107,627 miles

Both front and offside rear tyres low on tread

Both front headlight only just have a beam pattern

Pass 30 Jan 2017 99,131 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 88,961 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 82,789 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 22 Oct 2013 75,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

nearside and offside rear top shock absorber covers deteriorating

Pass 22 Oct 2013 75,965 miles

nearside and offside rear top shock absorber covers deteriorating

Fail 25 Oct 2012 67,237 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 67,237 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 63,222 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 63,110 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 55,022 miles

both front tyres wearing close to limit

near side rear tyre heavily perished

Fail 4 Dec 2010 54,987 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

both front tyres wearing close to limit

near side rear tyre heavily perished

Pass 9 Dec 2009 51,020 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 50,936 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 46,762 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 44,902 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 37,682 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 27,175 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 TVJ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LS53 TVJ, 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 TVJ registered?

LS53 TVJ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LS53 TVJ safe to buy?

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