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AX52 GVE

2003 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,543 mi
Last recorded139,543 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 GVE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 139,543 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre is slightly out of shape

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 129,973 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 122,548 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 115,695 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 109,200 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 102,677 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 96,191 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 96,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 90,391 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 90,391 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 83,549 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 77,969 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 77,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs thin and lipped

Pass 25 Jan 2010 70,750 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 63,193 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 54,798 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 48,022 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 35,801 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 GVE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GVE, 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 GVE registered?

AX52 GVE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is AX52 GVE safe to buy?

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