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AO03 ZGT

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

143,069 mi
Last recorded143,069 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 ZGT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 143,069 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 139,138 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 136,247 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 133,248 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 119,833 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 103,714 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 88,744 miles

intercooler hose split

Fail 28 Nov 2011 88,744 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

intercooler hose split

Pass 25 Nov 2010 76,840 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 64,877 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 43,788 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s/f tyre worn low on edges

Pass 10 Nov 2008 43,788 miles

o/s/f tyre worn low on edges

Pass 4 Dec 2007 23,327 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 21,822 miles

front and rear discs worn and lipped. pads half worn.

n /s/r tyre at 2 mm tread depth.

Fail 21 Jun 2006 15,748 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

nearside rear seatbelt not checked due to baby seat fitted. pass and advised

Pass 21 Jun 2006 15,748 miles

nearside rear seatbelt not checked due to baby seat fitted. pass and advised

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 ZGT is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ZGT, 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 ZGT registered?

AO03 ZGT is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is AO03 ZGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 ZGT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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