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AD03 DVV

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

156,400 mi
Last recorded156,400 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 DVV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 156,400 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 141,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 132,416 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 111,365 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

play in nearside steering tie rod

Pass 12 Apr 2012 111,365 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

play in nearside steering tie rod

Pass 16 Apr 2011 88,680 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 16 Apr 2011 88,680 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 67,857 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 52,001 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 95,452 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 82,060 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 64,482 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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AD03 DVV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DVV, 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 AD03 DVV registered?

AD03 DVV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is AD03 DVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 DVV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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