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DC53 AXV

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,650 mi
Last recorded139,650 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 AXV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 139,650 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 135,873 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 130,809 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 126,298 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 122,146 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2013 117,200 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2013 114,743 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Wheel hub badly damaged (4.2.B.4)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

lower x member damaged

power steering leval low

Pass 14 Aug 2012 113,285 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 113,284 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 13 May 2011 90,151 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 66,693 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 66,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 41,589 miles

front brakes wearing low

Pass 21 Jan 2008 31,316 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 22,706 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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DC53 AXV is a 2004 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DC53 AXV, 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 DC53 AXV registered?

DC53 AXV is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 January 2004.

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