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AJ03 XVR

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

111,731 mi
Last recorded111,731 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 XVR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 111,731 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 106,417 miles

Nearside parking brake has slightly reduced efficiency

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 106,196 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside parking brake has slightly reduced efficiency

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 92,221 miles

front tyres worn on inside edges

play in n/s rack end

Fail 27 Nov 2015 92,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front tyres worn on inside edges

play in n/s rack end

Pass 4 Nov 2014 83,284 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 77,469 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 72,047 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 67,723 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 63,184 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 62,420 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 50,862 miles

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

rear tyres perished

Pass 1 Sep 2008 33,596 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 13,127 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 9,235 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 XVR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,796cc 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 XVR, 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 XVR registered?

AJ03 XVR is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is AJ03 XVR safe to buy?

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