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AK53 HXA

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,958 mi
Last recorded80,958 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 HXA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 80,958 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 75,731 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 70,683 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 70,671 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 63,597 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2013 63,587 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 57,123 miles

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

both front tyres showing signs of cracking

Fail 16 Oct 2012 57,123 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both front tyres showing signs of cracking

Pass 28 Sep 2011 53,195 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 49,541 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 47,211 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 37,078 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 32,863 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 32,863 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 19,081 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 19,081 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 15,457 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2006 15,457 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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 HXA is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AK53 HXA, 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 HXA registered?

AK53 HXA is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AK53 HXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 HXA shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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