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CA52 EXC

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,662 mi
Last recorded76,662 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA52 EXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 76,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 66,263 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner Sill near Trailing Arm Mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 64,602 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner Sill below Trailing Arm Mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2023 64,602 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner Sill below Trailing Arm Mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022
Fail 1 Mar 2022

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm approx, heavy wear outer edges, Perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Part of Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight Transmission Fluid Leak appears to be from Drive Shaft Seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Around Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2020

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, Nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, Nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 56,615 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Mar 2019 56,615 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Mar 2018 53,884 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 50,415 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 46,457 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 42,104 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2014 37,878 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 35,096 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 32,178 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 27,191 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 26,708 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 25,511 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 23,898 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 22,042 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 19,631 miles

front tyres 3-4mm of tread left

Pass 11 Jan 2006 17,527 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 EXC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue 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 EXC, 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 EXC registered?

CA52 EXC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is CA52 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA52 EXC 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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