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AD52 XZS

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

45,603 mi
Last recorded45,603 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 XZS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 45,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2023 45,393 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 41,496 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 39,229 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 37,141 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 36,076 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 36,076 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible delaminated (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 35,374 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 34,552 miles

n/s/r tyre getting low on 3mm

Pass 9 Feb 2016 33,751 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 32,187 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 30,425 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 28,428 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 22,519 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 22,519 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 11,534 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 7,457 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 4,674 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 4,671 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008
Pass 15 Feb 2007 37,015 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 29,970 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 29,947 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 XZS is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 XZS, 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

How do I check the history of AD52 XZS?

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What year was AD52 XZS registered?

AD52 XZS is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is AD52 XZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 XZS shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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