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DF53 NWU

2004 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,404 mi
Last recorded117,404 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 NWU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 117,404 miles

Clutch require urgent attention

Exhaust system rusted

Rear road springs very rusty

Pass 9 Mar 2016 114,400 miles

Expired tax disc on display

Front and rear road springs very rusty

Front to rear metal brake pipes degrading

Nearside rear tyre worn low on the tread shoulders

Front tyres perished, aged and worn to 2mm

Pass 5 Mar 2015 108,889 miles

Exhaust system rusted

Front tyres aged and perished

Metal brake pipes degrading

Rear road springs very rusty

Pass 5 Mar 2014 104,931 miles

Offside rear tyre worn to 2mm

Rear road springs very rusty

Pass 9 Mar 2013 99,660 miles

Both front metal brake pipes degrading

Both rear road springs very rusty

Pass 24 Feb 2012 94,450 miles

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

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2011 88,517 miles

Both front to rear steel brake pipes degrading

Both rear road sporings rusted

Both rear trailing arm to floor pan mounting bushes perished and splitting

Pass 7 Oct 2009 79,348 miles

Body damage to nearside front wing

Both rear brake backing plates badly rusted

Front windscreen lightly damaged within swept area

Nearside front tyre worn to 2mm on inner tread sholder

Pass 3 Oct 2008 70,316 miles

both rear brake back/dust shields rusty

Pass 9 Jan 2008 60,602 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 47,130 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 47,130 miles

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)

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 NWU is a 2004 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NWU, 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 NWU registered?

DF53 NWU is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is DF53 NWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 NWU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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