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SO53 FHK

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,827 mi
Last recorded112,827 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 FHK
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 112,827 miles

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

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

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

product on rear lights

product on rear reflectors

Fail 11 Nov 2016 112,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

product on rear lights

product on rear reflectors

Pass 6 Nov 2015 102,938 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 93,560 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2014 93,559 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 85,563 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 79,032 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 79,032 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 73,260 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 65,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 65,818 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 58,747 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 51,054 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 42,745 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 30,124 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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SO53 FHK is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SO53 FHK, 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 SO53 FHK registered?

SO53 FHK is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is SO53 FHK safe to buy?

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