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AD52 OTC

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,357 mi
Last recorded94,357 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 OTC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 94,357 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 79,637 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 72,768 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 69,085 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 63,191 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 60,116 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 56,531 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 56,531 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 54,502 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 50,959 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 50,959 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 47,049 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 43,066 miles

rear washer inop

very slight weep n/s inner cv boot

water pump noisey

Pass 19 Feb 2010 38,388 miles

both inner cv boots weeping o/s/f tyre close to legal limit

Pass 23 Feb 2009 35,356 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 35,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 32,397 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 29,694 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Feb 2006 27,051 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 27,051 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 OTC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OTC, 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 OTC registered?

AD52 OTC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 February 2003.

Is AD52 OTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 OTC shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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