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AO53 UDK

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 UDK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Sep 2021

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 103,736 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 103,730 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 97,319 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 97,318 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 90,785 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 84,718 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 77,931 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 72,583 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 72,583 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 67,629 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 64,491 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 64,491 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 62,994 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 58,354 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 54,762 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2010 54,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 51,117 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 48,277 miles

BOTH FRONT DISCS PITTED ON INNER EDGE

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

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 24 Sep 2007 42,725 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 38,187 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 UDK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 UDK, 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 UDK registered?

AO53 UDK is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AO53 UDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 UDK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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