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AP03 HFN

2003 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

145,897 mi
Last recorded145,897 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 HFN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 145,897 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2016 145,897 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 126,007 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear, around bulkhead area (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 106,240 miles

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 90,786 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 79,185 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 79,185 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 68,593 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 63,281 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 58,117 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 52,572 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 46,396 miles

offside rear tyre starting to perish and crack in tread

Pass 10 Jul 2006 43,363 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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AP03 HFN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AP03 HFN, 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 AP03 HFN registered?

AP03 HFN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is AP03 HFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 HFN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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