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AO03 LYA

2003 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

53,192 mi
Last recorded53,192 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 LYA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 53,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 43,330 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 43,274 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 38,198 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 32,974 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES

Pass 25 May 2012 26,752 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE 2MM , TOW BAR LIGHTS N/W 7 PIN

Fail 25 May 2012 26,752 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE 2MM , TOW BAR LIGHTS N/W 7 PIN

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 19,793 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 12,836 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 3,165 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 79,240 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 67,038 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2007 67,038 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 50,051 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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AO03 LYA is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AO03 LYA, 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 AO03 LYA registered?

AO03 LYA is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is AO03 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 LYA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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