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AV53 JYB

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

109,102 mi
Last recorded109,102 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 JYB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 109,102 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside front drivers mirror back casing missing no sharp edges

Offside front wing damaged

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 109,102 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside front drivers mirror back casing missing no sharp edges

Offside front wing damaged

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 102,979 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside front wing / bumper damaged

Oil leak Gearbox ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

coil spring corroded All four (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 98,448 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 90,603 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 90,603 miles

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)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 83,333 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 75,767 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 67,529 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 58,921 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 50,831 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 41,823 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 34,210 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 27,556 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 20,626 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 JYB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 JYB, 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 JYB registered?

AV53 JYB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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The MOT history for AV53 JYB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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