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AK53 VXR

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,475 mi
Last recorded61,475 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2014 61,475 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 56,786 miles

rear number plate starting to de laminate

Fail 9 Oct 2013 56,786 miles

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

rear number plate starting to de laminate

Pass 12 Oct 2012 52,414 miles

front brake discs wearing

nearside rear tyre wearing

Pass 10 Oct 2011 43,716 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 32,912 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 30,120 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 26,695 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 27,551 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 17,326 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 VXR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VXR, 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 VXR registered?

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

Is AK53 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 VXR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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