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CA52 RUV

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

115,898 mi
Last recorded115,898 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA52 RUV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 115,898 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 115,898 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 115,604 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 115,414 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all underneath vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 115,358 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 115,354 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 115,262 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 107,209 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 99,010 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 87,323 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 80,452 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 78,952 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 72,648 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2009 51,044 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 41,835 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 29,364 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2006 22,502 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 22,502 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 RUV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RUV, 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 RUV registered?

CA52 RUV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is CA52 RUV safe to buy?

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