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DF53 RKJ

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

9,570 mi
Last recorded9,570 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 9,570 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 9,570 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 9,096 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2023 9,096 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 8,579 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 8,125 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 7,498 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 7,155 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 6,662 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 6,032 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 5,400 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 4,657 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 2,629 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 1,591 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 137 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 24,572 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 23,526 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 22,289 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 21,042 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 19,664 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 17,870 miles

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

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

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 RKJ is a 2004 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RKJ, 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 RKJ registered?

DF53 RKJ is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is DF53 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 RKJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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