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AK03 CDN

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,232 mi
Last recorded81,232 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 CDN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 81,232 miles

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

rear heat sheild loose

was no oil level showing on dip stick before test

Fail 13 Jan 2016 81,232 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear heat sheild loose

was no oil level showing on dip stick before test

Pass 23 Jan 2015 72,467 miles

Front discs corroded on inner faces

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

Fail 23 Jan 2015 72,466 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front discs corroded on inner faces

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 62,950 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 59,230 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 59,230 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 49,270 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 49,270 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 44,196 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 40,768 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 37,610 miles

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

wipers worn

Pass 19 Jan 2009 33,917 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 30,167 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 25,886 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 21,025 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 CDN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CDN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK03 CDN registered?

AK03 CDN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is AK03 CDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 CDN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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