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AV53 JYE

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,143 mi
Last recorded97,143 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 97,143 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 93,650 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 88,858 miles

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

front wipers split at ends but clearing screen ok

Pass 17 Sep 2013 85,532 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 78,856 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 67,714 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 57,660 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 57,660 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 47,795 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 37,209 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 27,415 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 21,843 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 21,843 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 JYE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 JYE, 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 JYE registered?

AV53 JYE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is AV53 JYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 JYE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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