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AF53 NKP

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

150,197 mi
Last recorded150,197 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 NKP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2017 150,197 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front section of nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe leaking joint on nearside front to rear (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

brake pipes to nearside and offside front corroded

scratch line on windsreen

Pass 4 Feb 2016 140,243 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 140,243 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 130,579 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 130,575 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 119,248 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 119,248 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 109,636 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 100,739 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 87,175 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 75,832 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 67,942 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 57,086 miles

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

o/s/front fog light damaged.

Pass 27 Feb 2007 45,409 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 NKP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NKP, 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 NKP registered?

AF53 NKP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 NKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 NKP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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