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AK53 SVY

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,348 mi
Last recorded88,348 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 SVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2019 88,348 miles

Both rear inner sill suspension component mount prescribed areas starting to rust slightly.

Front and rear suspension coil springs slightly corroded both sides of car.

Power steering resevoir level low.

Pass 11 Sep 2018 77,277 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 73,365 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 69,548 miles

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

slight underbody corrosion in various places

Pass 16 Sep 2015 65,029 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 61,672 miles

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

both front tyres are worn on the inside shoulders

Pass 21 Sep 2013 57,219 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 52,210 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 46,990 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 20 Sep 2010 41,949 miles

both front brake discs are slightly worn

both front tyres are worn on the inside edge of tread

Pass 24 Sep 2009 37,737 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 31,292 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 24,152 miles

both front tyres are worn on the inside part of tread

Pass 19 Sep 2006 19,885 miles

n/s/r tyre nail(s) in tyre

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 SVY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SVY, 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 SVY registered?

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

Is AK53 SVY safe to buy?

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