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AV03 FYT

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,331 mi
Last recorded118,331 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 FYT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 118,331 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 117,849 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 107,947 miles

MIL light on

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

heat shield loose

Pass 30 Aug 2013 97,059 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 87,090 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 75,564 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 71,000 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 56,744 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 45,081 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 33,321 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 27,673 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 27,670 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 20,482 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 FYT is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FYT, 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 AV03 FYT registered?

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

Is AV03 FYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 FYT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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