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AP03 VVG

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

121,735 mi
Last recorded121,735 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 VVG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 121,735 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all brake pipes corroded and coated with grease in places

all coil springs corroded

both front wishbone rear bushs starting to deteriorate.Check at next service

brake pipe o/s/f behind engine looks corroded very close to limit.Unable to fully inspect as no access.Would advise replacing very soon for safety

corrosion starting both outersills but not yet to excess

exhaust down pipe corroded at annaconda but still secure

front exhaust mount missing and a rear corroded very thin but system still secure

rear heatshield loose

Fail 17 Sep 2014 121,569 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all brake pipes corroded and coated with grease in places

all coil springs corroded

both front wishbone rear bushs starting to deteriorate.Check at next service

brake pipe o/s/f behind engine looks corroded very close to limit.Unable to fully inspect as no access.Would advise replacing very soon for safety

corrosion starting both outersills but not yet to excess

exhaust down pipe corroded at annaconda but still secure

front exhaust mount missing and a rear corroded very thin but system still secure

rear heatshield loose

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 104,160 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all springs starting to corrode

front exhaust mount missing but system still secure

Fail 5 Sep 2013 104,160 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all springs starting to corrode

front exhaust mount missing but system still secure

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

very slight grab both rear brakes

Pass 26 Jul 2012 92,939 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 83,447 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 74,842 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 62,049 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 47,478 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 47,477 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

o/s of rack damp with oil but not yet to excess

stone chip outside sweep of the blades

Pass 13 Jul 2007 38,751 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

Fail 13 Jul 2007 38,751 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

air bag light on

Pass 20 Jul 2006 32,735 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 VVG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VVG, 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 VVG registered?

AP03 VVG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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