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AJ03 JTZ

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

168,885 mi
Last recorded168,885 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 168,885 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 165,587 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 162,263 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 157,657 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 152,491 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 145,089 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 4 May 2012
Pass 3 May 2011 133,261 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 139,378 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 130,013 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 124,336 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 May 2008 124,336 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 118,278 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 90,211 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 90,211 miles

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

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

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

oil leak

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 JTZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 JTZ, 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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What year was AJ03 JTZ registered?

AJ03 JTZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 May 2003.

Is AJ03 JTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 JTZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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