CarVerify

Free Car Check

DF53 RKN

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,149 mi
Last recorded147,149 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2017 147,149 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 134,027 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 134,027 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 126,463 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 30 Jul 2014 117,792 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 108,836 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 100,748 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 90,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Jun 2011 90,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 80,387 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2010 80,387 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 65,629 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 49,473 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 39,331 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
Full Ford Focus reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DF53 RKN is a 2004 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RKN, 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

How do I check the history of DF53 RKN?

You can check the full history of DF53 RKN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DF53 RKN registered?

DF53 RKN is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is DF53 RKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 RKN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF53 RKN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DF53 RKN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.