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YM53 FFB

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,126 mi
Last recorded115,126 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 FFB
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 115,126 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 114,076 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 84,872 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 68,194 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 56,721 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 27 Jul 2009 56,721 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 49,677 miles

offside front seatbelt twisted/kinked

Pass 12 Jul 2007 33,796 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 31,122 miles

inner shoulders of front tyres bald

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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YM53 FFB is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YM53 FFB, 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 YM53 FFB registered?

YM53 FFB is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is YM53 FFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 FFB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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