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AJ03 GFZ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

40,067 mi
Last recorded40,067 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 GFZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 40,067 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2026 40,066 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 38,153 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 37,249 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 14 Apr 2023 36,705 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Slight oil leak

Surface corrosion to exhaust

Pass 19 Apr 2022 35,463 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Slight corrosion to all coil springs

Slight corrosion to both inner sills at rear

Slight oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 28 Apr 2021 33,742 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Slight corrosion to inner sills (both sides)

Slight oil leak

Surface corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 14 May 2020 31,590 miles

Both rear coil springs are corroded

Rear brake discs are slightly lipped

Slight oil leak

Surface corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 20 Mar 2019 27,826 miles

Slight oil leak

Surface corrosion to flexi ferrules

Pass 20 Mar 2018 24,154 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 20,621 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 15,350 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 9,990 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 5,295 miles

new speedometer unit fitted since last test

Pass 20 Mar 2013 67,044 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 61,700 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 56,308 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 51,066 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 44,875 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 37,827 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 30,234 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 30,234 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 20,682 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 GFZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 GFZ, 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 GFZ registered?

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

Is AJ03 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 GFZ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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