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AJ03 JBU

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

35,220 mi
Last recorded35,220 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 JBU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 35,220 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 34,006 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 34,006 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 32,629 miles

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 31,668 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 30,239 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 27,214 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 27,214 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 24,611 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 24,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 23,236 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 23,236 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 21,549 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 21,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 18,262 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 18,262 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 14,504 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 11,023 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 8,241 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 5,874 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 2,424 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 4,234 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oily under engine

rattle on exhaust

Pass 11 Nov 2008 39,515 miles

both rear tyres cracking on side walls.

engine warning light on.

Pass 20 Nov 2007 36,699 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 34,874 miles

exhaust loose at joint behind cat

paint damage to rear bumper on n/s

Pass 21 Apr 2006 31,414 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 JBU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green 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 AJ03 JBU, 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 JBU registered?

AJ03 JBU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is AJ03 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 JBU 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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