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AD03 DJV

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,415 mi
Last recorded87,415 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 DJV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2013 87,415 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2011 83,231 miles

both front discs are pitted

both raer discs are pitted

front and rear brake pipes are coverd with under sealent

Pass 15 Jul 2010 152,323 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 151,991 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 130,923 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 105,234 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 80,811 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 80,811 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 43,565 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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AD03 DJV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AD03 DJV, 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 AD03 DJV registered?

AD03 DJV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is AD03 DJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 DJV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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