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AF53 WXD

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

183,754 mi
Last recorded183,754 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 183,754 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by sill below front door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 183,754 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working insecure and loose fitting (3.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by sill below front door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 172,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside chip in windsreen

Pass 18 Sep 2018 172,620 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 172,526 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2017 172,095 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 167,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edges (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2016 167,800 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edges (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 164,699 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended anchor bush (2.4.F.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 160,885 miles

front tyre walls cracking

Fail 6 Aug 2013 158,615 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 158,615 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 146,596 miles

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

child seat fitted rear

slight oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2011 153,634 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 153,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 146,791 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 138,737 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 15 Jul 2009 138,737 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 125,380 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 103,383 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 79,162 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 WXD is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 WXD, 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 WXD registered?

AF53 WXD is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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