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AF03 XLH

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,610 mi
Last recorded159,610 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 XLH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2017 159,610 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings x2 near sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings x2 holes on sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front steering arm slight play

Pass 16 Aug 2016 151,648 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn uneven 215/45r17 (4.1.E.1)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 141,366 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

engine oil leak poss sump

Fail 19 Aug 2015 141,366 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine oil leak poss sump

Pass 28 Aug 2014 127,971 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 117,127 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 117,127 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 103,428 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 92,213 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 92,213 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 80,782 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 68,090 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 55,393 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

Pass 15 Mar 2008 53,622 miles

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

o/s front tyre cracking on inner side wall

Pass 14 Mar 2007 41,357 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 31,068 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AF03 XLH is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF03 XLH, 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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AF03 XLH is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 March 2003.

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