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AG03 UMJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

96,689 mi
Last recorded96,689 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 96,689 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Oct 2023

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 96,553 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 96,552 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 96,488 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 96,175 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 95,816 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame rear arms and spring heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 95,816 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame rear arms and spring heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 93,828 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 93,828 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 91,601 miles

Offside Headlamp beam pattern vague.

Pass 12 Oct 2016 90,557 miles

Parking brake efficiency just above the minimum pass level.

Some rear suspension components are quite rusty and coated in wax oil.

Fail 12 Oct 2016 90,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracking due to rubber compound deterioration. (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake efficiency just above the minimum pass level.

Some rear suspension components are quite rusty and coated in wax oil.

Pass 8 Sep 2015 89,168 miles

Nearside Rear Lower suspension arm heavily corroded, ADVISE REPLACEMENT

Offside Rear Lower suspension arm heavily corroded, ADVISE REPLACEMENT)

Offside rear tyre rubber compound deteriorated, perished and cracking

Some exhaust mountings deteriorated due to corrosion

some brake pipes showing light corrosion

Pass 14 Jul 2014 87,716 miles

both rear wish bones corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2013 81,734 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 81,734 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 76,539 miles

both front tyres worn at inner edges

o/s/r tyre starting to crack

Pass 17 Aug 2011 69,927 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 64,143 miles

o/s/r tyre starting to crack

Pass 18 Aug 2009 60,256 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)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 60,256 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 56,252 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 48,532 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 37,962 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 UMJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 UMJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AG03 UMJ registered?

AG03 UMJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 August 2003.

Is AG03 UMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG03 UMJ shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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