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AV03 FXX

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,840 mi
Last recorded45,840 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 FXX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 45,840 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 39,690 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 32,287 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 24,870 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 20,352 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 20,352 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 8,340 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 8,340 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front 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)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

195/60/15 v

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2011 35,793 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2010 33,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2010 33,429 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 30,001 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 26,590 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 26,590 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2007 23,125 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 19,463 miles

offside and nearside front tyers

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 FXX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FXX, 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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What year was AV03 FXX registered?

AV03 FXX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is AV03 FXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 FXX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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