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DF53 FXU

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,953 mi
Last recorded95,953 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 FXU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 95,953 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 87,819 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 80,361 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 74,591 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 66,949 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

coolant marks around radiator

rear drop links slightly perished and cracked

Pass 13 Jan 2011 58,999 miles

front discs slightly warn

Pass 15 Jan 2010 51,008 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 51,008 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 42,435 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 33,795 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 26,509 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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DF53 FXU is a 2004 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DF53 FXU, 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 DF53 FXU registered?

DF53 FXU is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is DF53 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 FXU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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