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AG03 JWV

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,276 mi
Last recorded126,276 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 JWV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2018 126,276 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 121,837 miles

Coolant leak ()

Corrosion underside

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 121,836 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak ()

Corrosion underside

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 117,487 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 117,487 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 111,211 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 102,715 miles

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

exhaust heatsheild insecure

Fail 13 Mar 2014 102,715 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

exhaust heatsheild insecure

Pass 11 Mar 2013 95,519 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Mar 2012 88,320 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 82,868 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 77,848 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 71,632 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 65,728 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 59,862 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 50,137 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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AG03 JWV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc 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 AG03 JWV, 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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AG03 JWV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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