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CF53 GWK

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

82,037 mi
Last recorded82,037 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 82,037 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 81,901 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened as marked (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 76,914 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 72,596 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 69,448 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 67,171 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 62,974 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 61,228 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 58,773 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 55,982 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 52,973 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 49,954 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 47,328 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 44,127 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 44,127 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 40,707 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 37,723 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 33,251 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 33,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 29,447 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 24,955 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 19,990 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 16,166 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 GWK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 GWK, 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

How do I check the history of CF53 GWK?

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What year was CF53 GWK registered?

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

Is CF53 GWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 GWK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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