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SM53 OFK

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

123,461 mi
Last recorded123,461 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 OFK
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 123,461 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 May 2017 123,458 miles

Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 11,608 miles

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

Head lights misty

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre has slight damage but not showing cords

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Jun 2016 116,800 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Head lights misty

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre has slight damage but not showing cords

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 May 2015 104,005 miles

BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHT LENSES FADING SLIGHTLY

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

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

OFFSIDE FRONT INNER WING COWLING INSECURE

REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHIELDS INSECURE

SLIGHT CORROSION UNDER VEHICLE FRONT & REAR MECHANICAL COMPONENTS

Pass 8 May 2014 90,136 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 89,939 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 79,938 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 71,972 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 71,927 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 65,418 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 65,418 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 55,949 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 47,459 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 47,455 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 40,020 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 35,143 miles

Exhaust heatshield loose at rear

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

nearside rear tyre worn - tread stepped up

Pass 20 Nov 2006 26,115 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 26,011 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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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SM53 OFK is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM53 OFK, 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.

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What year was SM53 OFK registered?

SM53 OFK is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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