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AO03 XUL

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

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Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 XUL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024
Pass 24 Oct 2023
Pass 3 Nov 2022

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2022

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 64,131 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 61,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 61,322 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 54,755 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 48,436 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 46,811 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 44,701 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 44,691 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 5 May 2015 42,803 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 40,367 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 37,762 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 35,801 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 33,019 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 29,947 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 28,126 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 25,096 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 21,363 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 17,121 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 XUL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 XUL, 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 XUL registered?

AO03 XUL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is AO03 XUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 XUL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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