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AY53 WRW

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

132,145 mi
Last recorded132,145 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 WRW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 132,145 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2023 132,145 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 129,688 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 129,673 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 126,393 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 125,098 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 125,092 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 15 Nov 2019 125,090 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 121,387 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 121,386 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2017 115,314 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 98,977 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 86,247 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 80,636 miles

emissions only passed after several attempts with engine at maximum temperature, oxygen sensors detecting weak catalyst performance with engine light on. Recommend further attention.

os headlight aim on lowest limit

power steering fluid on minimum mark.

rocker cover gasket appears to be leaking engine oil.

small cut os front tyre sidewall.

strongly recommend clean and waxoyl of metal brake pipes and road springs as they are becoming damaged by corrosion.

Fail 17 Nov 2014 80,636 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

emissions only passed after several attempts with engine at maximum temperature, oxygen sensors detecting weak catalyst performance with engine light on. Recommend further attention.

os headlight aim on lowest limit

power steering fluid on minimum mark.

rocker cover gasket appears to be leaking engine oil.

small cut os front tyre sidewall.

strongly recommend clean and waxoyl of metal brake pipes and road springs as they are becoming damaged by corrosion.

Pass 7 Nov 2013 76,682 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 70,905 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 67,569 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 67,445 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 64,710 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

ecu warning light on

various minor oil leaks

Pass 26 May 2010 62,481 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front brake discs slightly worn and also corroded on inner faces

rear brake discs corroded

rear brake pads about 75% worn

slight damage to front bumper on the nearside

various engine oil leaks some going onto exhaust causing burnt smell

Pass 7 Oct 2009 60,370 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

ecu fault light stays on

Pass 5 Sep 2008 53,171 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 53,170 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

power steering resivoir close to minimum level

Pass 25 Sep 2007 41,004 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 29,182 miles

both front tyres close to limit

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 WRW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AY53 WRW, 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 AY53 WRW registered?

AY53 WRW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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