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CA52 EXR

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

68,664 mi
Last recorded68,664 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 68,664 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear suspension components heavily corroded

Fail 25 Jun 2026 68,664 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear suspension components heavily corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2025 64,285 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 59,674 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suggest attention (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 54,724 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside rear outer sill corroded

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 49,261 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 49,261 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 41,039 miles

Exhaust pipe/s corroded.

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre close to ten years old perishing and cracking, Both sides. (5.2.3 (m))

Reverse light not working.

Fail 3 Feb 2021 40,982 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust pipe/s corroded.

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre close to ten years old perishing and cracking, Both sides. (5.2.3 (m))

Reverse light not working.

Pass 4 Feb 2020 29,088 miles

Exhaust pipe/s corroded.

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Reverse light not working.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Fronts and rears. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 29,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust pipe/s corroded.

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides. (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Reverse light not working.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Fronts and rears. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 26,885 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 22,151 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 17,458 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 12,381 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 7,402 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2014 1,569 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 69,803 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 64,661 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 58,530 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 50,753 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 43,017 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 34,235 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 25,958 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 19,015 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 EXR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 EXR, 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 CA52 EXR registered?

CA52 EXR is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is CA52 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA52 EXR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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