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DF53 FXW

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,715 mi
Last recorded129,715 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 129,715 miles

battery flat jump start twice added 1 lit of oil

expansion tank cracked/leaking

Fail 30 Jun 2017 129,712 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

battery flat jump start twice added 1 lit of oil

Pass 24 Jun 2016 124,223 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 124,223 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 May 2015 109,416 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 97,704 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 90,306 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 90,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 79,233 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 76,857 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 69,592 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 69,592 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 62,996 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 55,848 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 44,307 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 33,698 miles

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

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

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 FXW 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 DF53 FXW, 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 FXW registered?

DF53 FXW is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is DF53 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 FXW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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