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AF53 NHM

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,338 mi
Last recorded141,338 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 NHM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2015 141,338 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 126,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front discs corroded on inner surfaces.

N/s/f sill underseal coming away with slight corrosion.

N/s/f tyre worn on both edges.

Rear discs corroded.

Slight corrosion on fuel filler pipe.

Fail 15 Nov 2014 126,230 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front discs corroded on inner surfaces.

N/s/f sill underseal coming away with slight corrosion.

N/s/f tyre worn on both edges.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear discs corroded.

Slight corrosion on fuel filler pipe.

Pass 22 Aug 2013 121,385 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Aug 2013 121,385 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Aug 2012 115,590 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Aug 2012 115,590 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 107,867 miles

slight uneven wear pattern on inside tread rear tyres.

Pass 26 Aug 2010 92,778 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 92,778 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 72,561 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 72,561 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2008 56,611 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 46,128 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 34,061 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 NHM is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NHM, 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.

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What year was AF53 NHM registered?

AF53 NHM is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is AF53 NHM safe to buy?

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