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AD52 OBG

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

124,489 mi
Last recorded124,489 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 OBG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 124,489 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 124,489 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 119,616 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 116,931 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 113,012 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 108,567 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 103,109 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 98,283 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 95,106 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 89,885 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 85,082 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 85,082 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 74,746 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 68,264 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 68,264 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 62,351 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 53,384 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 45,423 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 37,595 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 30,637 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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AD52 OBG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD52 OBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD52 OBG registered?

AD52 OBG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is AD52 OBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 OBG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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