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AC03 AAK

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,867 mi
Last recorded97,867 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 AAK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 97,867 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 90,005 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 90,005 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 85,134 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 85,134 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 78,059 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 69,193 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 35,227 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 55,704 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 51,550 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 51,550 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 44,395 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 36,203 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 27,012 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 27,012 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 22,280 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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AC03 AAK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,585 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 AC03 AAK, 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 23 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 AC03 AAK registered?

AC03 AAK is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AC03 AAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 AAK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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