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VE53 ZJU

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

136,136 mi
Last recorded136,136 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 ZJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2014 136,136 miles

o/s and n/s/front rear wishbone bush has slight play

Pass 6 Nov 2013 129,357 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 123,023 miles

o/s and n/s/f tyres wearing on outside edge

Pass 22 Nov 2011 114,448 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 114,444 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 100,886 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 88,129 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 69,628 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 52,736 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 44,905 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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VE53 ZJU is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VE53 ZJU, 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

How do I check the history of VE53 ZJU?

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What year was VE53 ZJU registered?

VE53 ZJU is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is VE53 ZJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 ZJU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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