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CA52 BAV

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,165 mi
Last recorded95,165 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA52 BAV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 95,165 miles

Rear general corrosion

Pass 26 Sep 2025 94,670 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 94,100 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 93,555 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 91,845 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 89,467 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 87,743 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 85,441 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 85,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 81,943 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 78,681 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 76,012 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 76,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 73,937 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 71,359 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 67,833 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 67,832 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 62,688 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 57,026 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 53,565 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 50,473 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 47,401 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 44,948 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 43,440 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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CA52 BAV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CA52 BAV, 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 CA52 BAV registered?

CA52 BAV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is CA52 BAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA52 BAV shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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