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AD03 MYB

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

159,706 mi
Last recorded159,706 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 MYB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 159,706 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 159,706 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 146,319 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 146,319 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 131,168 miles

LEAK FROM COOLANT BOTTLE

Fail 10 Jun 2017 131,168 miles

LEAK FROM COOLANT BOTTLE

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 115,303 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 98,884 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 98,884 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 83,058 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 83,058 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 82,219 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2013 78,151 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2013 78,151 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 74,651 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 71,682 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 71,682 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 69,026 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 69,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2009 63,539 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 56,088 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 46,844 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 36,581 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 MYB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MYB, 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 MYB registered?

AD03 MYB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is AD03 MYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 MYB shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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