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AD03 MYR

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

101,974 mi
Last recorded101,974 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 MYR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Fail 18 Jan 2022 101,974 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 14 Jan 2021 98,852 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 98,852 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 94,088 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2020 94,088 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 87,230 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2019 87,230 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 79,554 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 75,454 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2017 75,454 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 71,629 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 67,549 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 63,145 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 63,145 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 59,143 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 55,011 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 49,825 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 45,791 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 45,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 12 Jan 2009 41,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 41,059 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 36,252 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 34,126 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2007 34,126 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 27,963 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 MYR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 MYR, 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 MYR registered?

AD03 MYR is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is AD03 MYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 MYR shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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