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AF53 CVN

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

103,757 mi
Last recorded103,757 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 CVN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 103,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 102,363 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 102,362 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 100,240 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 97,231 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 95,337 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2021 93,543 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2020 91,980 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 90,313 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 88,630 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 86,930 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 84,389 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 81,073 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 78,102 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 74,046 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 71,818 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 68,924 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 66,611 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 63,605 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 58,302 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 47,563 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 35,582 miles

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)

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 CVN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 CVN, 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 AF53 CVN?

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What year was AF53 CVN registered?

AF53 CVN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is AF53 CVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 CVN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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