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AU53 TWW

2003 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 TWW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017
Pass 26 Oct 2015 122,665 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 91,930 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 85,972 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

parking brake travel high(effort ok)

under floor fuel/brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 4 Dec 2013 85,972 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

195/60/15

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside front tyre worn smooth on edges

parking brake travel high(effort ok)

under floor fuel/brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2012 76,944 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside rear tyre cracking/perishing

Pass 7 Dec 2011 69,239 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall cut(no cords)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 62,762 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 55,653 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 48,563 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 41,752 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 35,624 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 TWW 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 91.7%.

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 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 TWW, 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 TWW registered?

AU53 TWW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is AU53 TWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 TWW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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