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AX52 FDN

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,136 mi
Last recorded85,136 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 FDN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 85,136 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

front suspension corroded

rear suspension corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2021 85,135 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer body seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower wing corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower wing corroded

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

engine oil leak

front suspension corroded

rear suspension corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2020 83,464 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 82,720 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 82,681 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 79,588 miles

Both front tyres worn close to limit

Windscreen has slight damage but not affecting drivers view

Pass 13 Jun 2017 77,227 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 74,600 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 72,371 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 68,888 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 64,914 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 60,773 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 56,858 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 52,889 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 48,007 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 43,732 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 39,382 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 33,632 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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AX52 FDN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AX52 FDN, 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 AX52 FDN registered?

AX52 FDN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is AX52 FDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 FDN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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