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AU03 HTL

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

183,648 mi
Last recorded183,648 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 HTL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 183,648 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 183,648 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 166,807 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play o/side front (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 146,773 miles

Front link gaiters deterioated

Pass 19 Aug 2014 135,327 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 132,019 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 132,019 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 130,763 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 130,763 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2011 117,651 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 116,102 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 106,766 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 106,766 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 24 Jul 2009 98,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

near side rear light lens cracked

offside rear hand brake lever not on stop

Pass 24 Jul 2009 98,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

near side rear light lens cracked

offside rear hand brake lever not on stop

Pass 25 Jul 2008 82,001 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 72,321 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 47,182 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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AU03 HTL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 AU03 HTL, 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 AU03 HTL registered?

AU03 HTL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is AU03 HTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 HTL shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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