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AV53 OZT

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

150,433 mi
Last recorded150,433 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 OZT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2019 150,433 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 142,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 134,385 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 124,440 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 113,556 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 103,307 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 91,237 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 80,839 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 80,839 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 70,530 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 60,115 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 46,762 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 38,637 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 30,577 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 23,755 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 OZT is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OZT, 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 OZT registered?

AV53 OZT is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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The MOT history for AV53 OZT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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