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DA53 UDV

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

122,798 mi
Last recorded122,798 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 UDV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2021 122,798 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 121,278 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 111,427 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 103,353 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 96,726 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 87,060 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 77,704 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 67,543 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 55,807 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 45,279 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 40,169 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 34,977 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 34,977 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 30,266 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 26,424 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 22,418 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 22,418 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

o/s/f headlamp light beam pattern slightly distorted. †n/s/f tyre worn 2mm.

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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DA53 UDV is a 2004 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DA53 UDV, 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 DA53 UDV registered?

DA53 UDV is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is DA53 UDV safe to buy?

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