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YS53 GBY

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,484 mi
Last recorded58,484 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 GBY
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 58,484 miles

Offside Front Lower FRONT WING CORRODED

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 58,476 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower FRONT WING CORRODED

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 56,556 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 55,876 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 55,555 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 55,045 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 54,380 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 54,380 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 53,857 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 53,054 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 52,051 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 50,583 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 48,959 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2014 47,151 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 45,843 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 44,717 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 43,696 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 40,319 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 35,163 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 29,832 miles

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

o/s/r seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Dec 2007 24,021 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 17,894 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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YS53 GBY is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YS53 GBY, 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 YS53 GBY registered?

YS53 GBY is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 6 November 2003.

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The MOT history for YS53 GBY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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