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AP53 LKZ

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,553 mi
Last recorded54,553 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 LKZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2020 54,553 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

slight leak of exhaust gasses from flexi section

Pass 15 Mar 2019 42,732 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 35,445 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 32,798 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 30,044 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 28,312 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 26,763 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 24,791 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 21,595 miles

nearside outer cv gaiter slight dampness

Pass 28 Feb 2011 18,222 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 14,565 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 10,213 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 5,130 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear link arm bushes starting to split

Pass 6 Mar 2007 445 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 22,967 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 LKZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LKZ, 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 LKZ registered?

AP53 LKZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AP53 LKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 LKZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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