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NU53 VJO

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,859 mi
Last recorded96,859 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 VJO
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 96,859 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 91,925 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 91,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Offside front tyre has slight wear on inner edge

Pass 3 May 2014 87,037 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 81,660 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 81,193 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 81,193 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 70,839 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 67,561 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 64,025 miles

rear brake discs corroded.

Fail 25 Feb 2010 64,025 miles

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

Front brake discs corroded.

rear brake discs corroded.

Pass 4 Apr 2009 57,175 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 48,577 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 42,780 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 32,747 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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NU53 VJO is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 NU53 VJO, 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 NU53 VJO registered?

NU53 VJO is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is NU53 VJO safe to buy?

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