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AV53 GSU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,745 mi
Last recorded99,745 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 GSU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2017 99,745 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 95,530 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 91,759 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 85,089 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2013 78,275 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 70,829 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 68,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front both sides brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 31 Aug 2010 64,105 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 56,434 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 46,657 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 37,100 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 28,553 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AV53 GSU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AV53 GSU, 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

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What year was AV53 GSU registered?

AV53 GSU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is AV53 GSU safe to buy?

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