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AU53 GWY

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,430 mi
Last recorded27,430 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 GWY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2015 27,430 miles

engine management light on prior to test

Pass 1 Apr 2014 18,345 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 13,971 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 13,932 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 9,863 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2012 9,863 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jan 2011 6,365 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 6,041 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 2 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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AU53 GWY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AU53 GWY, 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 AU53 GWY registered?

AU53 GWY is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is AU53 GWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 GWY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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