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AM03 AXZ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

97,328 mi
Last recorded97,328 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM03 AXZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 97,328 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 90,774 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 90,774 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 79,275 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 70,433 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 70,433 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 61,827 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 56,191 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 56,191 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 53,680 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 53,680 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 50,675 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 45,329 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 41,305 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 37,886 miles

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)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 33,035 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 33,035 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 25,712 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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AM03 AXZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AM03 AXZ, 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 AM03 AXZ registered?

AM03 AXZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is AM03 AXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM03 AXZ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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