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AK53 VUT

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

22,195 mi
Last recorded22,195 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VUT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 22,195 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Noise from engine possible Cam Belt/Water belt

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 22,195 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Noise from engine possible Cam Belt/Water belt

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 17,221 miles

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 14,764 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 14,764 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 11,872 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 11,871 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2020 9,351 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 8,073 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 7,343 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 6,163 miles

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

all suspension components rusty

Pass 6 Sep 2016 5,126 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2016 5,126 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 3,951 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 2,579 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 1,043 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 1,043 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f tyre side wall damaged

Pass 4 Sep 2012 19,417 miles

small damage to o/s/f tyre side wall

wipers do not park

Pass 8 Sep 2011 18,223 miles

small damage in o/s/f tyre side wall

Pass 7 Sep 2010 16,500 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 14,700 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 14,699 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 12,724 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 12,724 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 10,661 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 8,365 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 VUT is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 VUT, 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.

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What year was AK53 VUT registered?

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

Is AK53 VUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 VUT shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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