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PF53 GTZ

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,921 mi
Last recorded140,921 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 GTZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 140,921 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 140,921 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative not working in dash (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 133,500 miles

screw missing from rear number plate

small chip in screen out of zone A

Pass 17 May 2014 127,694 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 120,929 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Jun 2012 113,547 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 113,542 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 20 May 2011 104,761 miles

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

Nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 98,237 miles

Engine light on

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 81,257 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 80,192 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 64,252 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 42,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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PF53 GTZ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PF53 GTZ, 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 PF53 GTZ registered?

PF53 GTZ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is PF53 GTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF53 GTZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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