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AU03 TZW

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,198 mi
Last recorded99,198 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 TZW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 99,198 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold down pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 93,873 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 93,873 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 83,249 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 72,306 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 72,306 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 22 Jan 2013 61,249 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 61,249 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 50,206 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 50,203 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 39,851 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 37,539 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 37,539 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 35,004 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 30,006 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 25,015 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 25,015 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 18,218 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 TZW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AU03 TZW, 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 TZW registered?

AU03 TZW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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The MOT history for AU03 TZW shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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