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PY53 HVJ

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,071 mi
Last recorded104,071 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY53 HVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 104,071 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 101,318 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 98,123 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 93,375 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 89,675 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 86,341 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 80,719 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 72,961 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 65,780 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 65,762 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 57,951 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 57,951 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 48,023 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 36,519 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 36,519 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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PY53 HVJ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver 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 PY53 HVJ, 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 PY53 HVJ registered?

PY53 HVJ is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is PY53 HVJ safe to buy?

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