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AK53 AVO

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

22,461 mi
Last recorded22,461 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

RegistrationAK53 AVO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 22,461 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 21,103 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 19,752 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 18,044 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 18,044 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 15,977 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 14,876 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 13,651 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 11,740 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 10,520 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 9,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking/perished tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 7,880 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 6,426 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 6,426 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 5,244 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 3,586 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 57,512 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 57,512 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 53,200 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 47,766 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 42,452 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 35,974 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 35,974 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 29,748 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 19,590 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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AK53 AVO is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 AK53 AVO, 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 AK53 AVO registered?

AK53 AVO is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is AK53 AVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 AVO shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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