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ML04 ZHG

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

64,356 mi
Last recorded64,356 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML04 ZHG
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 64,356 miles

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

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 20 Jun 2016 60,787 miles

engine oil level low

Fail 20 Jun 2016 60,787 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil level low

Pass 24 Jun 2015 57,637 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 57,597 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 52,253 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 May 2013 46,175 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 46,172 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 38,168 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 38,168 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 31,391 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 29,416 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 27,755 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,184 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 23,586 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 23,586 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Drivers sun visor won't stay in upright posistion

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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ML04 ZHG is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ML04 ZHG, 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 ML04 ZHG registered?

ML04 ZHG is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 17 May 2004.

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