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AK03 SXJ

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

73,797 mi
Last recorded73,797 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 SXJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 73,797 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 70,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 65,922 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 65,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 56,593 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 49,268 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 42,106 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 42,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 28,798 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 28,798 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 27,029 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 23,807 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 23,644 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 23,199 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 22,350 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 21,003 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 18,934 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 16,295 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 12,791 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 8,918 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 SXJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SXJ, 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 SXJ registered?

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

Is AK03 SXJ safe to buy?

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