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AV53 YMY

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,522 mi
Last recorded122,522 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2015 122,522 miles

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

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

surface corrosion present underside of vehicle

Pass 23 Oct 2013 114,815 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 105,074 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 96,270 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 86,359 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2010 86,359 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 77,628 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 77,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 66,707 miles

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

different size tyres fitted front to rear

engine management light on

Fail 21 Oct 2008 66,707 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

different size tyres fitted front to rear

engine management light on

Pass 18 Oct 2007 55,183 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 42,413 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 YMY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YMY, 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 YMY registered?

AV53 YMY is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is AV53 YMY safe to buy?

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