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CK53 RNZ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

93,504 mi
Last recorded93,504 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 RNZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 93,504 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ns and os rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play os (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 90,842 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 90,799 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 88,191 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General under body corroded

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 84,808 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 80,748 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

light under vehicle corrosion

Fail 25 Aug 2021 80,748 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

light under vehicle corrosion

Pass 31 Jul 2020 78,483 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 70,370 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 62,317 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 58,559 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 52,703 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 46,876 miles

Both front tyres staring to wear on inner edges

Pass 5 Nov 2014 42,498 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 38,934 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 33,463 miles

has a parking permite in zone b

Pass 8 Nov 2011 25,254 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 24,089 miles

front disc`s will require replacing when front pads require replacement

Pass 17 Nov 2009 23,146 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 19,965 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 17,910 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 16,129 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 15,312 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 15,312 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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CK53 RNZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CK53 RNZ, 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.

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What year was CK53 RNZ registered?

CK53 RNZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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