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CF53 FXW

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

104,725 mi
Last recorded104,725 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 FXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 104,725 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 22 Oct 2015 90,763 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 86,792 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 82,669 miles

Backbox heatshield corroded

Front brake pipes corroded but not excessive

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front inner cv joint boot slightly seaping grease

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2012 79,623 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 79,623 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 76,910 miles

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

offside front side lamp dim

Pass 28 Oct 2010 72,511 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 29 Oct 2009 67,592 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 60,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 60,097 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 54,177 miles

very slight roughness in O/S/R wheel bearing

Fail 7 Nov 2007 54,177 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

very slight roughness in O/S/R wheel bearing

Pass 23 Nov 2006 30,878 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 FXW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FXW, 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 FXW registered?

CF53 FXW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is CF53 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 FXW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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