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VE53 ZXN

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,821 mi
Last recorded101,821 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 ZXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 101,821 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 101,821 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 90,928 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 90,526 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 79,256 miles

Adjust headlight aim

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2014 77,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 74,234 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2012 72,262 miles

E.M.L Light on

o/s/f door check strap loose

screw missing from air box

Pass 10 Nov 2011 68,188 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 62,846 miles

Both rear tyre @ 1.6mm

Engine cover insecure

Front brake pads getting low

Pass 26 Nov 2009 56,636 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 47,124 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 38,280 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 28,388 miles

front brake imbalance close to limit and brakes fluctuating

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 ZXN is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ZXN, 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 VE53 ZXN registered?

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

Is VE53 ZXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 ZXN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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