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AX52 OTS

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

15,266 mi
Last recorded15,266 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 OTS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 15,266 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 14,075 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 12,828 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 12,501 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 12,501 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 11,501 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 10,596 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 10,596 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 10,264 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 10,215 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 10,215 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 10,207 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 10,207 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 9,850 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 8,924 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 7,691 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 6,036 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 6,036 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 3,864 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 3,717 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 1,773 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 26,984 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 23,878 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 20,327 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 15,551 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 12,655 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 OTS is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 OTS, 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 OTS registered?

AX52 OTS is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is AX52 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 OTS shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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