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AY53 WMG

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

53,220 mi
Last recorded53,220 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 WMG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 53,220 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 50,005 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 50,005 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 46,766 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 49,867 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 40,995 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 38,474 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 36,162 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 32,974 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 29,333 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 26,651 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 23,863 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 17,622 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 14,781 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 11,801 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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AY53 WMG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AY53 WMG, 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

How do I check the history of AY53 WMG?

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What year was AY53 WMG registered?

AY53 WMG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is AY53 WMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 WMG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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