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MF53 UGB

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,872 mi
Last recorded108,872 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 UGB
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 108,872 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 104,001 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 96,997 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 91,905 miles

front brake disc,s in poor condition

n/s and o/s front wishbone back bushes starting to deterioate

slight movement in rear anti roll bar links

Fail 9 Sep 2014 91,898 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

front brake disc,s in poor condition

n/s and o/s front wishbone back bushes starting to deterioate

slight movement in rear anti roll bar links

Pass 3 Sep 2013 87,380 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 81,104 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2011 81,104 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 76,736 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 74,789 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 61,817 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 61,817 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 41,686 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 41,686 miles

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

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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MF53 UGB is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver 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 MF53 UGB, 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 MF53 UGB registered?

MF53 UGB is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is MF53 UGB safe to buy?

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