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CE53 RKV

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,301 mi
Last recorded66,301 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 RKV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 66,301 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2015 66,299 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 60,381 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 57,322 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 54,026 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 49,207 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 42,068 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 36,202 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 30,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 30,785 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 24,074 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)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 18,416 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 RKV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RKV, 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 RKV registered?

CE53 RKV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is CE53 RKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 RKV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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