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AO03 WVU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

81,535 mi
Last recorded81,535 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 WVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 81,535 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules 4 (3.6.B.4e)

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

Fail 25 Apr 2018 81,525 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules 4 (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 76,805 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 76,680 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill at rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 72,073 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 66,757 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 59,693 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 53,540 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 44,992 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 36,591 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 29,771 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 25,911 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 22,888 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 19,196 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 16,251 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 WVU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WVU, 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 AO03 WVU registered?

AO03 WVU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is AO03 WVU safe to buy?

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