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AU53 WJY

2003 Ford Focus

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2013
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,502 mi
Last recorded112,502 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 WJY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2012 112,502 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear brake discs worn

Fail 11 Jan 2012 112,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear brake discs worn

Pass 22 Jun 2010 228,076 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 201,036 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 201,036 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 186,082 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 155,213 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 105,518 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 86,521 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 86,224 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006 54,058 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 54,024 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

front brake disc worn close to wear limits

Pass 7 Aug 2006 52,530 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 WJY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WJY, 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 WJY registered?

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

Is AU53 WJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 WJY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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