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CK53 VRT

2003 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

121,920 mi
Last recorded121,920 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 VRT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 121,920 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 121,920 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 115,916 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Nov 2012 108,344 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 108,344 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2011 103,815 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2011 103,815 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 97,296 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 97,296 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 86,597 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 86,555 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 69,720 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 56,683 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 56,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 97,357 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 VRT is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VRT, 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 VRT registered?

CK53 VRT is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is CK53 VRT safe to buy?

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