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AC03 AUJ

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,640 mi
Last recorded39,640 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 AUJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 39,640 miles

front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 18 Apr 2019 27,839 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 25,336 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 23,080 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also cracking (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 22,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 22,114 miles

N/S rear tyre 2mm tread left, sidewall is scuffed

Pass 14 Apr 2014 20,367 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 18,067 miles

N/S/R tyre starting to perrish

Pass 10 Apr 2012 13,300 miles

Rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 1 Apr 2011 10,322 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 6,662 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 3,059 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 18,097 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 12,273 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 12,273 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 7,052 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 AUJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AUJ, 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.

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What year was AC03 AUJ registered?

AC03 AUJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is AC03 AUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 AUJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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