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AU03 TKJ

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

107,546 mi
Last recorded107,546 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 TKJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 107,546 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 92,248 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 87,593 miles

All brake discs rusty/corroded

Fail 21 Aug 2015 87,593 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

All brake discs rusty/corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2014 78,410 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2014 78,401 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 69,618 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 62,112 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 62,112 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 51,312 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 42,271 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 34,514 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 34,514 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 25,105 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 16,145 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 11,203 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 9,053 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 TKJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 TKJ, 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 TKJ registered?

AU03 TKJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is AU03 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 TKJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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