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AF53 CGY

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,683 mi
Last recorded78,683 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 CGY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 78,683 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2016 68,440 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 59,807 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside front (3.7.B.3)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside front (3.7.B.3)

front brake perfomance/application is uneven

Fail 11 Nov 2015 59,807 miles

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view nearside front door mirror glass (8.1.2a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside front (3.7.B.3)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside front (3.7.B.3)

front brake perfomance/application is uneven

Pass 29 Oct 2014 51,556 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 47,254 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 45,534 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 43,302 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 40,905 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 37,475 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 32,617 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 32,617 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 28,472 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 28,472 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear wiper small split

Pass 25 Oct 2006 23,046 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.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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AF53 CGY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AF53 CGY, 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 AF53 CGY registered?

AF53 CGY is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is AF53 CGY safe to buy?

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