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AF53 LXW

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

61,117 mi
Last recorded61,117 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 LXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 61,117 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 58,261 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 51,698 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 51,698 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 48,956 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 48,715 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 48,304 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front subframe starting to corrode

Pass 20 Aug 2020 47,946 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 47,283 miles

rear subframe corrosion

Fail 6 Aug 2019 47,283 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

rear subframe corrosion

Pass 16 Aug 2018 46,390 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 45,292 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 43,932 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 41,850 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 39,937 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 36,230 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 33,214 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 30,511 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 28,384 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 25,134 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 22,248 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 18,351 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 14,991 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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AF53 LXW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 AF53 LXW, 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 LXW?

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What year was AF53 LXW registered?

AF53 LXW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is AF53 LXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 LXW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF53 LXW have outstanding finance?

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