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CK53 JZU

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

106,258 mi
Last recorded106,258 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 JZU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 106,258 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 20 Aug 2013 99,706 miles

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

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

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

center brake light inop

coolant level low

windscreen has wiper marks

Fail 20 Aug 2013 99,706 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

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

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

center brake light inop

coolant level low

windscreen has wiper marks

Pass 28 Jun 2012 90,613 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 90,613 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 79,812 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 71,627 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 61,652 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 50,201 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 50,200 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 41,883 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 34,009 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 34,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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CK53 JZU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CK53 JZU, 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 CK53 JZU registered?

CK53 JZU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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