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DF53 RBU

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,199 mi
Last recorded150,199 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 RBU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 150,199 miles

parking brake only just meets requirements

Fail 22 Mar 2018 150,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

parking brake only just meets requirements

Pass 21 Feb 2017 143,214 miles

off side rear handbrake reading lower than normal overall reading at 16%

Pass 18 Mar 2016 137,114 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 131,621 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 125,366 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre cracking

o/s/f brake pad retainin g spring incorrectly fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2013 118,625 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 112,598 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 107,004 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 107,004 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 100,484 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 94,013 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 88,039 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 84,039 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 76,293 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 RBU is a 2004 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RBU, 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 RBU registered?

DF53 RBU is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is DF53 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 RBU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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