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AK53 FXM

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

105,753 mi
Last recorded105,753 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 FXM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 105,753 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 6 Sep 2018 105,753 miles

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

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 19 May 2017 98,802 miles

Nearside Rear tyre poor condition and heavily cracking to sidewall and tread area

Fail 19 May 2017 98,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre poor condition and heavily cracking to sidewall and tread area

Pass 27 Apr 2016 92,735 miles

slight bind at o/s rear brake

Pass 11 May 2015 83,947 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 79,987 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 77,002 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 73,711 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 73,682 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 May 2011 70,917 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 65,889 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 60,107 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 52,577 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 48,165 miles

slight play offside front hub

Fail 22 May 2007 48,165 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play offside front hub

Pass 29 Aug 2006 42,754 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 FXM is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FXM, 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 FXM registered?

AK53 FXM is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is AK53 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 FXM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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