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AV53 PKK

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,405 mi
Last recorded122,405 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 PKK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 122,405 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 122,405 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 105,494 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 105,493 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 95,674 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 87,483 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 83,001 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

front brake disks slightly worn

Pass 10 Feb 2010 70,065 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2010 70,065 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 56,866 miles

Both rear tyres are going out of shape.

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 43,197 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 28,854 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 28,854 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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 PKK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PKK, 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 PKK registered?

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

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