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AE03 EHZ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,834 mi
Last recorded143,834 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 EHZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 143,834 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 135,643 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 128,552 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 119,954 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 109,161 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 99,877 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 90,543 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 90,314 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 81,289 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 81,288 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 71,783 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 60,838 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 49,308 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 40,147 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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AE03 EHZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AE03 EHZ, 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 AE03 EHZ registered?

AE03 EHZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is AE03 EHZ safe to buy?

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