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AV53 GWE

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

152,959 mi
Last recorded152,959 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 GWE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2016 152,959 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 142,415 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 131,226 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 25 Jan 2013 121,211 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 118,206 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 114,364 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 107,259 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 96,770 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 86,045 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 86,045 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 72,368 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 59,729 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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AV53 GWE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol 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 AV53 GWE, 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 GWE registered?

AV53 GWE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is AV53 GWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 GWE 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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