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AX53 DYO

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

88,686 mi
Last recorded88,686 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 DYO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 88,686 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Offside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 78,069 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 78,069 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 65,348 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 65,348 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 58,024 miles

front brakes discs corroded

near side rear tyre side wall perished

Pass 29 Sep 2009 48,719 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 48,719 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 42,527 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 34,997 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 27,034 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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AX53 DYO is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AX53 DYO, 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 AX53 DYO registered?

AX53 DYO is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 December 2003.

Is AX53 DYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 DYO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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