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AV53 PHN

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,580 mi
Last recorded101,580 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 PHN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2016 101,580 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 93,754 miles

brake pipes corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2014 86,454 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 79,508 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 73,002 miles

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

Thermostate housing leaking coolant.

Pass 30 Sep 2011 68,133 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 61,647 miles

n/s wiper blade smearing screen but not preventing the driver to view the road ahead.

rear brake pads low.

Pass 1 Oct 2009 55,366 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 50,623 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 28 Sep 2007 40,517 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 30,823 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 PHN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PHN, 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 PHN registered?

AV53 PHN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AV53 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 PHN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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