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AK03 ZYV

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

104,214 mi
Last recorded104,214 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 104,214 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 95,910 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 92,129 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 11 Apr 2014 89,831 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 79,273 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 69,399 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 58,117 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 57,993 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 44,225 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 38,971 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 31,359 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 25,175 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 18,878 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 ZYV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue 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 ZYV, 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 ZYV registered?

AK03 ZYV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 April 2003.

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The MOT history for AK03 ZYV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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