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CE53 UPB

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

155,901 mi
Last recorded155,901 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 155,901 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside has corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2017 146,930 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 146,930 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket snapped (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket snapped (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 122,836 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 20 Jul 2015 92,339 miles

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

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 20 Jul 2015 92,339 miles

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 14 Jul 2014 66,074 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 66,074 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 44,903 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 41,381 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2011 37,202 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front brake discs worn slightly

Pass 25 Aug 2010 29,338 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 19,985 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 19,145 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 17,544 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2006

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 UPB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 UPB, 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 UPB registered?

CE53 UPB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CE53 UPB safe to buy?

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