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AD52 OUJ

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,862 mi
Last recorded142,862 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 OUJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2020 142,862 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 3 Feb 2020 142,738 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened SUSPENSION ARM (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY WORN (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 138,925 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 138,925 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 134,882 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 131,565 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 131,560 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 128,254 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 128,254 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 123,479 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 123,463 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 117,932 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 111,571 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 103,220 miles

slight damage nsr tyre sidewall outer

Pass 4 Mar 2011 91,160 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 76,910 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 66,479 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 57,195 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 48,692 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 41,001 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 OUJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OUJ, 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 OUJ registered?

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

Is AD52 OUJ safe to buy?

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