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CK53 VZE

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,041 mi
Last recorded85,041 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 VZE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 85,041 miles

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

Front Lower Coolant leak ()

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 85,041 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working BOTH. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Lower Coolant leak ()

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 81,114 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear suspension area is corroded.

Fail 25 Apr 2025 81,114 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear suspension area is corroded.

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 77,449 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 77,449 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 73,816 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 73,816 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 67,727 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 59,947 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 59,025 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 54,607 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 54,568 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 47,596 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 47,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 41,315 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 40,836 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre cracking

Pass 14 Oct 2015 39,948 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 39,402 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 38,127 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 36,491 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 33,928 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 30,703 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 28,307 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 25,281 miles

front pads low

n/s door mirror cover loose

Pass 29 Oct 2007 21,727 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 16,727 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 VZE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VZE, 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 VZE registered?

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

Is CK53 VZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK53 VZE shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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