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AP53 HOH

2003 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,201 mi
Last recorded119,201 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2013 119,201 miles

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 119,201 miles

Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 112,812 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pedal rubber worn

Fail 6 Feb 2012 112,703 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front inner wheel arch loose on lower edge

brake pedal rubber worn

headlamp aim adusted

Pass 16 Feb 2011 107,759 miles

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

play in nearside front antiroll bar link

Pass 9 Feb 2010 102,151 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 95,360 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2009 95,256 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching not secure (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 89,004 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 81,785 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 81,785 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 81,761 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 HOH is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HOH, 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 AP53 HOH registered?

AP53 HOH is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is AP53 HOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 HOH shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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