CarVerify

Free Car Check

CE53 PVF

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

145,869 mi
Last recorded145,869 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 PVF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2019 145,869 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 143,084 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2018 143,084 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 139,719 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 136,501 miles

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

Nearside Front headlamp cover diffused but correct pattern

Offside Front headlamp cover diffused but giving correct pattern

Pass 16 Nov 2015 131,743 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 126,574 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 121,141 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 25 Oct 2013 121,123 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 3 Oct 2012 111,536 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 101,428 miles

air bag light illuminated

engine sump leaking

rear brake discs in poor condition

rear brake pads in poor condition

Pass 30 Sep 2010 90,544 miles

Both front brake discs are getting thin, on inside edge.

Both rear discs are pitted and worn.

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 30 Sep 2010 90,544 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Both front brake discs are getting thin, on inside edge.

Both rear discs are pitted and worn.

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 79,433 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 633,674 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

enginemanagement light on.

rear number plate starting to discolour.

Pass 2 Oct 2007 47,922 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 30,575 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
Full Ford Focus reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CE53 PVF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PVF, 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

How do I check the history of CE53 PVF?

You can check the full history of CE53 PVF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CE53 PVF registered?

CE53 PVF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is CE53 PVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 PVF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE53 PVF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CE53 PVF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.