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AX53 GDE

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

148,427 mi
Last recorded148,427 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 GDE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 148,427 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources ONLY ONE WORKING (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 140,237 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 132,093 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 124,837 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Body still at wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 124,837 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Body still at wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 121,951 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 119,855 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 116,870 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 110,250 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 103,540 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 94,597 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 85,710 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Gear box oil leaks.

Pass 21 Nov 2014 77,864 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 67,519 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 61,763 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 56,422 miles

front brake pads are wearing low.

Pass 17 Nov 2010 50,496 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2009 45,054 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 45,054 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 37,400 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 30,623 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 23,649 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 GDE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GDE, 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 GDE registered?

AX53 GDE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 November 2003.

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