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AV03 EWG

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

78,561 mi
Last recorded78,561 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 EWG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 78,561 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded too flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded too flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded too flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

coolant on min

Pass 26 May 2017 68,568 miles

aux belt cracking

oil leak from engine/gearbox area

signs that the a/c compressor is leaking

Fail 26 May 2017 68,568 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

aux belt cracking

oil leak from engine/gearbox area

signs that the a/c compressor is leaking

Pass 25 May 2016 57,613 miles

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)

child seat fitted in the rear

front springs are slightly corroded

oil leak from engine area

Pass 22 May 2015 49,710 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 37,704 miles

both front tyres starting to wear out inner edge

oil leak

Fail 19 May 2014 37,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

both front tyres starting to wear out inner edge

oil leak

Pass 13 May 2013 23,624 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 7,309 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 11,317 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 8,061 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 20 May 2009 7,198 miles

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

rear number plate not 100%

Pass 16 May 2008 5,992 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 5,992 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2007 4,730 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 4,730 miles

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

Nearside Rear Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2006 3,469 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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AV03 EWG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc 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 AV03 EWG, 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.

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AV03 EWG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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