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AO53 ETX

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,551 mi
Last recorded88,551 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 ETX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 88,551 miles

both headlights gone yellow but not affecting beam pattern

Pass 18 Jan 2016 78,717 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

children's seats fitted in rear adult belts not checked

Pass 31 Jan 2015 72,900 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 72,580 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 66,520 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

eml light on

exhaust heat shield loose

n/s/r tyre valve leaking

Pass 1 Feb 2013 61,303 miles

engine management light on

exhaust heat shield loose but secure

Fail 29 Jan 2013 61,249 miles

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

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

engine management light on

exhaust heat shield loose but secure

Pass 28 Jan 2012 55,531 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 53,209 miles

front exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 15 Feb 2010 49,001 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear discs corroded

rear springs corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2009 44,273 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 41,064 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 35,509 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 31,229 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 31,229 miles

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

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

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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AO53 ETX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO53 ETX, 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 AO53 ETX registered?

AO53 ETX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AO53 ETX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 ETX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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