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CE53 HLW

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,198 mi
Last recorded148,198 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 HLW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 148,198 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak engine ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre wearing on both edges (not within mot measured area)

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge (not within mot measured area)

offside rear tyre outer sidewall showing signs of deterioration

Pass 16 Feb 2017 143,094 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 135,918 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 130,172 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2014 130,172 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 123,229 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 123,229 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 118,192 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 104,924 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 96,390 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 85,488 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 74,257 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 63,273 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 27 Nov 2007 63,273 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 46,214 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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CE53 HLW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HLW, 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 CE53 HLW registered?

CE53 HLW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CE53 HLW safe to buy?

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