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LW53 JCJ

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

97,363 mi
Last recorded97,363 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 JCJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 97,363 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 89,563 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edges but not exposing inner cords

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Aug 2016 82,933 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2016 82,933 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 74,552 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 74,552 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 64,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

fuel flap broken

nearside windscreen washer jet needs adjusting

windscreen washer bottle cap missing

Fail 30 Jul 2014 64,470 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

fuel flap broken

nearside windscreen washer jet needs adjusting

windscreen washer bottle cap missing

Pass 29 Jul 2013 54,293 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 43,537 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside front + rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Aug 2011 35,219 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 1 Aug 2011 35,219 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 33,792 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

n/s and o/s rear tyre age deterioation (cracking)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 33,792 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

n/s and o/s rear tyre age deterioation (cracking)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 31,973 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 29,940 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 2 Oct 2008 29,940 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Oct 2007 27,578 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 27,577 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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LW53 JCJ is a 2004 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 63.2%.

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 LW53 JCJ, 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 LW53 JCJ registered?

LW53 JCJ is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 5 February 2004.

Is LW53 JCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW53 JCJ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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