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AX53 EPV

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

136,839 mi
Last recorded136,839 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 EPV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 136,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 127,983 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 127,983 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 117,546 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 112,279 miles

oil leak

Fail 5 Nov 2015 112,172 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 106,084 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 105,994 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 98,895 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 98,803 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 92,298 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 92,219 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 84,809 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 84,809 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 75,687 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 75,554 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 68,009 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Nov 2009 68,009 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 56,929 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 56,928 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 45,716 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 32,099 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 EPV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EPV, 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 EPV registered?

AX53 EPV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is AX53 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 EPV shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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