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CF53 AUK

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,775 mi
Last recorded118,775 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 AUK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 118,775 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 109,404 miles

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

fuel tank strap corroded

oil leak

rear exhaust bracket detatched

Fail 23 Nov 2016 109,404 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

fuel tank strap corroded

oil leak

rear exhaust bracket detatched

Pass 1 Dec 2015 101,176 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 101,167 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 89,631 miles

30% imbalance on front brakes

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 79,151 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 79,150 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 68,676 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 68,676 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 56,139 miles

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

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

front discs are wearing

Pass 30 Nov 2010 46,355 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 36,723 miles

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

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 25 Nov 2008 27,196 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 23,932 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 18,250 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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CF53 AUK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey 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 CF53 AUK, 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 CF53 AUK registered?

CF53 AUK is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 November 2003.

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