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CE53 DGX

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,261 mi
Last recorded71,261 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 DGX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2021 71,261 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength back of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 66,739 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bottom inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bottom inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2020 66,739 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 Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bottom inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bottom inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 63,820 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 63,820 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 56,820 miles

engine oil level low

reverse lamp not working

Fail 6 Dec 2018 56,820 miles

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

engine oil level low

reverse lamp not working

Pass 22 Dec 2017 46,800 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 33,413 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 33,387 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 32,835 miles

nearside and offside front brake pipes slightly corroded

steering rack weaping fluid

Pass 23 Jan 2013 31,675 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 30,607 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 29,136 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 29,136 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 27,216 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 24,819 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

rear tyres feathered

Pass 23 Jan 2008 22,654 miles

rear tyres slightly feathered

Pass 30 Jan 2007 19,471 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 17,492 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 17,320 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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CE53 DGX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CE53 DGX, 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 CE53 DGX registered?

CE53 DGX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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