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AD03 MHN

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

40,715 mi
Last recorded40,715 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 MHN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 40,715 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 39,666 miles

Exhaust shield insecure but not likely to fall off.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 37,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 34,208 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slow from 160kg (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 34,208 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure heat shied loose may full off (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slow from 160kg (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 24,829 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 24,829 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 22,577 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 22,082 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 20,595 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 19,070 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 16,877 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front wipers slightly smear but not effecting drivers veiw

misting around the steering rack but no leaks present

offside front seatbelt slightly fraying

winter tyres fitted

Pass 23 May 2012 14,349 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 11,499 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 7,522 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 3,503 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 3,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2008 38,914 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 33,414 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 28,090 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 MHN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MHN, 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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AD03 MHN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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