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AJ03 EXC

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

109,437 mi
Last recorded109,437 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 EXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 109,437 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 109,375 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 109,182 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 109,160 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 109,158 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 108,681 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 108,681 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 100,955 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 91,979 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 91,979 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 10 Apr 2014 83,256 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 83,256 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 76,052 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 67,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 59,796 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 51,089 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 51,089 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 40,671 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 33,680 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 27,171 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 27,146 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 20,917 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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AJ03 EXC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AJ03 EXC, 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 AJ03 EXC registered?

AJ03 EXC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is AJ03 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 EXC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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