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MW53 LEU

2004 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,646 mi
Last recorded89,646 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus C-max75,889 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW53 LEU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 89,646 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 82,526 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 74,166 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 85,285 miles

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

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

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

battery insecure

Fail 28 Jul 2012 65,268 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

battery insecure

Fail 30 Jul 2011 58,708 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 58,708 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 45,278 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 35,931 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 35,931 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 25,704 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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MW53 LEU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MW53 LEU, 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.

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What year was MW53 LEU registered?

MW53 LEU is a 2004 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is MW53 LEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW53 LEU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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