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AK03 XJF

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,189 mi
Last recorded56,189 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 XJF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 56,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 47,046 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 41,072 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 38,947 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Mar 2016 38,947 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 36,053 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Wipers smear

Pass 24 Mar 2014 32,983 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 28,241 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 28,241 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2012 23,414 miles

Front tyres are wearing on inner edges.

Pass 29 Mar 2011 16,818 miles

nearside rear tyre tread is cracking & perishing.

Pass 18 Mar 2010 9,792 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2009 2,903 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 36,437 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 29,954 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 22,812 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 XJF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XJF, 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 XJF registered?

AK03 XJF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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The MOT history for AK03 XJF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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