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MT53 JTZ

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

121,513 mi
Last recorded121,513 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 JTZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015 121,513 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 121,513 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 116,468 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 116,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 108,335 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

headlamp lenses det

Fail 24 Oct 2013 108,335 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

headlamp lenses det

Pass 19 Oct 2012 99,089 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 91,653 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 82,684 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 73,445 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 73,445 miles

Nearside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 3 Nov 2008 64,188 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 64,188 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 54,418 miles

both rear tyres badly scrubbed on inner edge n/s/r shocker plastic casing loose (adrift)

Fail 8 Nov 2007 54,418 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

both rear tyres badly scrubbed on inner edge n/s/r shocker plastic casing loose (adrift)

Fail 28 Nov 2006 42,384 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 42,384 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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MT53 JTZ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 MT53 JTZ, 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 MT53 JTZ registered?

MT53 JTZ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is MT53 JTZ safe to buy?

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