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CF53 GUW

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,494 mi
Last recorded47,494 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 GUW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 47,494 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 47,413 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 47,288 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 47,136 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 46,993 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 45,808 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2018 45,808 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 44,544 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 42,710 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)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 42,710 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 26 Nov 2015 41,036 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 26 Nov 2014 39,497 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 37,499 miles

o/s & n/s rear tiyers deteriorated

Pass 21 Nov 2012 35,715 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 34,263 miles

both front discs small amount of wear

nearside rear tyre cracked

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 24 Nov 2010 31,979 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 31,979 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 29,565 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 29,565 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 27,879 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 26 Nov 2007 26,139 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 23,390 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 GUW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GUW, 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 GUW registered?

CF53 GUW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is CF53 GUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 GUW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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