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AM03 AYZ

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Lpg 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests18 (9 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

175,629 mi
Last recorded175,629 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM03 AYZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2015 175,629 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all (6.1.B.2)

coolant expansion bottle empty

oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2015 175,629 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger corroded away (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all (6.1.B.2)

coolant expansion bottle empty

oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2014 171,493 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Condition of rear number plate readable at time of test

Fail 25 Jul 2014 171,493 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Condition of rear number plate readable at time of test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 163,554 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 163,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 148,411 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jul 2012 148,411 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 129,360 miles

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

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

both number plates starting to delaminate

rear brake discs corroded / worn

Fail 12 Jul 2011 129,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

both number plates starting to delaminate

rear brake discs corroded / worn

Pass 8 Jun 2010 107,538 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 107,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 88,521 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 88,521 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 69,026 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 69,025 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

oil leaking around sump

Pass 11 Aug 2006 32,411 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 32,411 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

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 AYZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,796cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AYZ, 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.

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What year was AM03 AYZ registered?

AM03 AYZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 August 2003.

Is AM03 AYZ safe to buy?

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