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AJ53 OBD

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,155 mi
Last recorded64,155 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 OBD
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 64,155 miles

rear tyres wearing inside edges

Fail 6 Dec 2013 64,152 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear tyres wearing inside edges

Pass 22 Aug 2012 74,570 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 74,570 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 71,461 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 71,415 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

front number plate fading

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edges

offside front headlight lense fading/yellowing

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2010 63,855 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 59,619 miles

N/S/R tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Apr 2008 50,753 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 50,743 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Apr 2007 42,055 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 128,194 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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AJ53 OBD is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ53 OBD, 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 AJ53 OBD registered?

AJ53 OBD is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is AJ53 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 OBD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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