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AU53 SXW

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,526 mi
Last recorded47,526 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 SXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2019 47,526 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 37,727 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 33,110 miles

all four coil springs corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2016 30,192 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 27,225 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 24,016 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 20,523 miles

NSF, NSR, OSR TYRES PERISHED.

Pass 17 Aug 2012 16,103 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 15,149 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 13,415 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 11,267 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 9,156 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 6,177 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 4,957 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 SXW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SXW, 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

How do I check the history of AU53 SXW?

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What year was AU53 SXW registered?

AU53 SXW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AU53 SXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 SXW shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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