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AD53 EXG

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

115,014 mi
Last recorded115,014 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 EXG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 115,014 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 93,524 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 83,624 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 75,027 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 71,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 71,781 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 69,484 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 60,704 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 48,642 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 38,676 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 31,745 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 27,283 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 23,232 miles

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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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AD53 EXG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AD53 EXG, 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 AD53 EXG registered?

AD53 EXG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is AD53 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 EXG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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