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CF53 LSJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

134,663 mi
Last recorded134,663 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 LSJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2014 134,663 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 123,834 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 123,834 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2012 112,897 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 May 2011 95,613 miles

air bag light on

no int mirror

wipers poor

Pass 2 Jun 2010 77,323 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 64,799 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 May 2008 52,050 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 43,134 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 33,996 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 LSJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LSJ, 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 LSJ registered?

CF53 LSJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is CF53 LSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 LSJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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