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AV03 OAW

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

139,601 mi
Last recorded139,601 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 OAW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 139,601 miles

Nearside Front seal starting to rust

Fail 15 Jun 2016 139,549 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front seal starting to rust

Pass 18 Jun 2015 136,698 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 130,608 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 125,036 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 123,903 miles

all brake discs worn

Pass 14 Mar 2012 118,500 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 112,692 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 106,671 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 98,364 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 90,881 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 79,677 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 63,215 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 OAW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel 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 OAW, 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 OAW registered?

AV03 OAW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is AV03 OAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 OAW 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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