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AY52 XYW

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,402 mi
Last recorded43,402 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 XYW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 43,402 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 43,090 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 42,338 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2022 41,856 miles

Coolant leak Thermostat Housing ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 41,442 miles

small oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2020 40,713 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 40,399 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 39,514 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 38,922 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 38,016 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 37,432 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 36,350 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 35,821 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 34,550 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 32,412 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 30,536 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 28,030 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 25,189 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 22,714 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 17,992 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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AY52 XYW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AY52 XYW, 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 AY52 XYW registered?

AY52 XYW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is AY52 XYW safe to buy?

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