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AY53 ZWK

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

48,326 mi
Last recorded48,326 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 ZWK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 48,326 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2015 39,845 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 32,215 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 32,215 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 26,490 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 26,490 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 21,109 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 21 Jul 2011 16,206 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 16,206 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 7,751 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 49,929 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 49,929 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 42,642 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 36,482 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 24,374 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 ZWK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ZWK, 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 AY53 ZWK registered?

AY53 ZWK is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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The MOT history for AY53 ZWK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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