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AO53 OVU

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

108,795 mi
Last recorded108,795 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 OVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 108,795 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 104,129 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 97,407 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 95,030 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 91,063 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 86,469 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 81,352 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 74,326 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 66,552 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 66,547 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 59,747 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 55,043 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 55,043 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 48,960 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 32,002 miles

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

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 OVU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OVU, 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 AO53 OVU registered?

AO53 OVU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AO53 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 OVU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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