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AP53 AOL

2003 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

164,054 mi
Last recorded164,054 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 AOL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2021 164,054 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 161,384 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 157,699 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 157,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 153,545 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 153,545 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 149,207 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 144,545 miles

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 137,344 miles

Oil leak

under vehicle is heavily muddy hard to inspect on test

Pass 31 Mar 2014 131,664 miles

Oil leak

various brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2012 125,364 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 119,548 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 119,548 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 13 Jan 2010 102,500 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 102,500 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 79,144 miles

engine cover fitted preventing full inspection under bonnet

minor damage to outer sidewall of o/s/r tyre

under tray fitted to vehicle preventing full inspection underneath

various small chips across windsheild, all within limits

Fail 12 Jan 2009 79,144 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

engine cover fitted preventing full inspection under bonnet

minor damage to outer sidewall of o/s/r tyre

under tray fitted to vehicle preventing full inspection underneath

various small chips across windsheild, all within limits

Fail 7 Jan 2008 56,282 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 56,282 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 22,458 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 22,028 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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AP53 AOL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AP53 AOL, 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 AP53 AOL registered?

AP53 AOL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is AP53 AOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 AOL shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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