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AJ03 RCF

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

139,482 mi
Last recorded139,482 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 RCF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2022 139,482 miles

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup corroding away (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup corroding away (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 139,145 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup corroding away (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup corroding away (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 125,862 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 125,148 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 122,016 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 121,968 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 118,825 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 112,262 miles

Offside Rear tyre has some deterioration to inner edge

corrosion to underside suspension components consistent with age

reverse lamp not working

Fail 18 Jul 2017 112,262 miles

Offside Rear tyre has some deterioration to inner edge

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion to underside suspension components consistent with age

reverse lamp not working

Pass 28 Jul 2016 108,923 miles

Offside Rear tyre has slight deterioration to inner edge

Pass 15 Jul 2015 104,982 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 101,270 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 101,270 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 95,622 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 90,416 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 83,329 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 16 Jun 2010 74,728 miles

engine oil level low

Pass 3 Jul 2009 66,462 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 66,462 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 56,328 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing thin

offside front tyre wearing thin

offside rear tyre wearing thin

Pass 15 Jun 2007 45,944 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 36,358 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 RCF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc 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 RCF, 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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AJ03 RCF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 May 2003.

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