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AX52 KCJ

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,943 mi
Last recorded65,943 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 KCJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2015 65,943 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 63,524 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2013 63,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 62,165 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer tread. 195/60/r15-88v

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

Fail 8 Nov 2012 62,165 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres wearing on outer tread. 195/60/r15-88v

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 59,645 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 56,935 miles

front brake pads worn low

Pass 30 Jan 2010 49,477 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear registration plate deteriorated

Pass 29 Jan 2009 42,788 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Jan 2009 42,788 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2008 36,071 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 36,071 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 29,837 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2006 23,393 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 KCJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KCJ, 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.

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What year was AX52 KCJ registered?

AX52 KCJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 January 2003.

Is AX52 KCJ safe to buy?

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