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AV52 DMX

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

133,672 mi
Last recorded133,672 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 DMX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 133,672 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside vehicle repairs covered with protective coating

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear heat shield loose

Fail 12 Feb 2019 133,592 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel filter insecure

rear silencer heat shield insecure

Pass 25 Jan 2018 130,126 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 126,901 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2017 126,901 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 121,446 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2016 121,446 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 117,713 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 113,956 miles

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

n/s outer sill creased at rear

Fail 22 Jan 2014 113,956 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

n/s outer sill creased at rear

Pass 8 Jan 2013 108,814 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 108,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 98,318 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 84,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Jan 2011 84,884 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jan 2010 69,189 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2010 69,189 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear no plate starting to delaminated

Fail 17 Jan 2009 53,493 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 53,493 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 41,940 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 41,939 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 20 Jan 2007 32,673 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 32,673 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 23,491 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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AV52 DMX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV52 DMX, 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 AV52 DMX registered?

AV52 DMX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is AV52 DMX safe to buy?

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