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AU03 TRX

2003 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

210,789 mi
Last recorded210,789 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 TRX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 210,789 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' crack at side of screen (8.3.1d)

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

rear wiper blade

Pass 15 May 2015 201,544 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 15 May 2014 183,945 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 152,214 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 139,652 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 131,257 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 114,078 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 114,078 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 98,292 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 80,135 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 80,135 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 60,937 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 41,567 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 TRX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red 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 AU03 TRX, 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 TRX registered?

AU03 TRX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AU03 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 TRX 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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