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PN53 HBE

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,449 mi
Last recorded127,449 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 HBE
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2012 127,449 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 127,449 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 98,834 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 53,512 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 51,536 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 46,062 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 42,202 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 31,232 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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PN53 HBE is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PN53 HBE, 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 PN53 HBE registered?

PN53 HBE is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is PN53 HBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN53 HBE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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