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CF53 GVG

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,955 mi
Last recorded71,955 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 71,955 miles

N/f + O/f + N/r tyres close to the legal limit

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 62,738 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 53,731 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 42,182 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 37,667 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 32,574 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 28,673 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 24,907 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 21,277 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 16,219 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 16,219 miles

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

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

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 GVG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GVG, 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 GVG registered?

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

Is CF53 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 GVG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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