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DF53 PRZ

2004 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

154,398 mi
Last recorded154,398 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 PRZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 154,398 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2014 154,398 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 135,308 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 121,290 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside rear seat, unable to fully check seat belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 104,773 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 96,604 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 85,861 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 85,861 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 73,673 miles

slight wear on nearside front tyre inner and outer edges

Fail 28 Jan 2008 73,636 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight wear on nearside front tyre inner and outer edges

Pass 29 Jan 2007 60,034 miles

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

brake fluid low ,slave cylinder for gearbox/clutch damp.

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 PRZ is a 2004 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PRZ, 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 PRZ registered?

DF53 PRZ is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is DF53 PRZ safe to buy?

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