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DF53 RHO

2004 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

282,606 mi
Last recorded282,606 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2010
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 RHO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2010 282,606 miles

Engine management light on

Engine oil leak

Fuel cap cover hinge broken

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Feb 2010 281,203 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Engine management light on

Engine oil leak

Fuel cap cover hinge broken

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 224,220 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 153,562 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 84,454 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 RHO is a 2004 Ford Focus in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RHO, 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 RHO registered?

DF53 RHO is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is DF53 RHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 RHO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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