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AX53 NYP

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,320 mi
Last recorded89,320 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 89,320 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 89,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LHD lamp fitted (headlight deflectors now fitted to produce flat beam image) (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LHD lamp fitted (headlight deflectors now fitted to produce flat beam image) (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 May 2025 88,293 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 85,750 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 80,059 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 80,059 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 77,228 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 74,093 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 70,794 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 65,372 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 65,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 May 2016 59,863 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear unable to fully inspect adult seat belt

coil spring corroded nearside and offside rears (2.4.C.1b)

nearside and offside front tyres devoid of tread on inner edges and deteriorating

nearside and offside rear tyres worn low on inner edges and deteriorating

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 23 Mar 2015 48,435 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 46,040 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 43,815 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 40,873 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 37,695 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 34,580 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 31,878 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 29,376 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 21,946 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 NYP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NYP, 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 NYP registered?

AX53 NYP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is AX53 NYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 NYP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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