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AJ04 SXE

2004 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,201 mi
Last recorded117,201 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 SXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 117,201 miles

front tyres wearing at inner edges

n/s/r tyre out of shape

Pass 26 Nov 2014 110,755 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 105,592 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

front discs corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2013 105,313 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

gear selector cables deteriorating

oil leak sump rusty

Fail 29 Nov 2013 105,313 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

gear selector cables deteriorating

offside front side light dim

oil leak sump rusty

Pass 11 Dec 2012 98,118 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 92,452 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Jan 2012 92,452 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Dec 2010 84,628 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

wear on front discs

Pass 12 Dec 2009 73,651 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 73,651 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 60,094 miles

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)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 48,512 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2007 39,654 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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AJ04 SXE is a 2004 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 73,902 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 AJ04 SXE, 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 22 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 AJ04 SXE registered?

AJ04 SXE is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 May 2004.

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