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AK03 SKZ

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

120,300 mi
Last recorded120,300 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 SKZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 120,300 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 110,450 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 103,394 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 96,326 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 96,326 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 88,034 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 79,469 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 71,834 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 65,363 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 57,807 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 51,719 miles

Vehicle tested in wet conditions.

Pass 27 Jan 2009 45,358 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 38,351 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 31,745 miles

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

n/s/f tyreworn on edge

Pass 21 Mar 2006 23,861 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)

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 SKZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SKZ, 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 SKZ registered?

AK03 SKZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is AK03 SKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 SKZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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