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AV03 MHA

2003 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 MHA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2017
Pass 7 Nov 2016 167,307 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 167,092 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 167,092 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 160,814 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 160,814 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 154,115 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 148,258 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 148,258 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 131,774 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 116,755 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 106,274 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 106,019 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 91,785 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 85,070 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 68,817 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 MHA is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MHA, 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 MHA registered?

AV03 MHA is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is AV03 MHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 MHA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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