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AU03 UXE

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,173 mi
Last recorded139,173 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 UXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2014 139,173 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2014 139,173 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2013 132,791 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

exhaust front flexi broken

Pass 19 Sep 2013 132,791 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

exhaust front flexi broken

Pass 22 Sep 2012 121,033 miles

Exhaust system corroded

n/s/r tyre worn

Fail 21 Sep 2012 121,033 miles

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

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/r tyre worn

Pass 21 Sep 2011 110,646 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inneredge

Pass 23 Sep 2010 96,801 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 82,169 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 59,203 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 21 Jun 2007 35,391 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 9,708 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 9,441 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 UXE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UXE, 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

How do I check the history of AU03 UXE?

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What year was AU03 UXE registered?

AU03 UXE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is AU03 UXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 UXE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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