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AK03 ATU

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

153,614 mi
Last recorded153,614 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 ATU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 153,614 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 142,183 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 131,884 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2014 121,741 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 109,855 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2012 96,028 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 1 Jun 2011 82,952 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 82,952 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 74,144 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 65,419 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 55,374 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

when front brake pads require replacement front brake discs may need replacement aswell

Pass 1 Jun 2007 43,584 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 29,041 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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AK03 ATU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AK03 ATU, 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 AK03 ATU registered?

AK03 ATU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is AK03 ATU safe to buy?

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