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AV53 PBZ

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,849 mi
Last recorded90,849 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 PBZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 90,849 miles

Nearside wiper blade starting to split

Pass 8 Sep 2016 89,223 miles

Offside track rod as some play in it

Fail 8 Sep 2016 89,223 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside track rod as some play in it

Upper brake light buib out

Pass 16 Sep 2015 86,112 miles

front discs wearing

Fail 16 Sep 2015 86,112 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front discs wearing

Pass 17 Sep 2014 82,640 miles

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

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

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

front discs wearing

stone chip in screen

Pass 23 Sep 2013 78,894 miles

all discs wearing and corroding

stone chip screen

Fail 23 Sep 2013 78,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

all discs wearing and corroding

stone chip screen

Pass 24 Sep 2012 74,454 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 68,247 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 61,795 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 55,290 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 48,012 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 40,506 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 33,832 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 PBZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PBZ, 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 PBZ registered?

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

Is AV53 PBZ safe to buy?

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