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AO53 JKK

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,487 mi
Last recorded99,487 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 JKK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 99,487 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 99,487 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 97,738 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 94,453 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 89,182 miles

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))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 83,082 miles

Front windows do not open

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust corroded

Fail 8 Aug 2017 83,078 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Front windows do not open

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2016 72,120 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of offside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 61,396 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 49,586 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 36,932 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear coil spring corroded at base

Pass 23 Aug 2012 33,074 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 27,186 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 21,609 miles

n/s/r tyre showing signs of deterioration

Pass 1 Sep 2009 19,261 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 16,778 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 14,495 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 11,920 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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AO53 JKK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JKK, 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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AO53 JKK is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 September 2003.

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