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DA04 LXJ

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

101,760 mi
Last recorded101,760 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA04 LXJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2022 101,760 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Dec 2022 101,760 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 98,640 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 96,887 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 91,837 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

o/s outer sill corroded

Fail 17 Sep 2019 91,837 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

o/s outer sill corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2018 85,775 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 80,877 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 80,877 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 76,979 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 76,979 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 73,954 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 70,590 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 67,004 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 63,497 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 59,740 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 50,640 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 38,344 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 26,909 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 20,124 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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DA04 LXJ is a 2004 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 73,902 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 DA04 LXJ, 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 22 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 DA04 LXJ registered?

DA04 LXJ is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is DA04 LXJ safe to buy?

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