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AX53 ELV

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,297 mi
Last recorded99,297 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 ELV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 99,297 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Underbody corrosion

Pass 14 Sep 2020 94,655 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 94,655 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 90,797 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2019 90,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All Tyres Heavily Perished

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2018 84,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2016 78,054 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 78,054 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 71,789 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 71,789 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 68,885 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 64,628 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 59,804 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 54,401 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 54,401 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 47,571 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 47,204 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 42,827 miles

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 10 Dec 2008 36,583 miles

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

both rear tyres inner edges slight uneven wear

Pass 5 Dec 2007 29,839 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 22,371 miles

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

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 ELV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 AX53 ELV, 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 AX53 ELV registered?

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

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