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AV03 RXR

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

114,907 mi
Last recorded114,907 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 RXR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 114,907 miles

Nearside rear tyre tread stepping

Fail 28 Mar 2018 114,728 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside rear tyre tread stepping

Pass 4 Apr 2017 109,591 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 108,738 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 105,070 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 105,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 99,456 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 93,552 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 87,986 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 82,501 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 78,472 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 73,144 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 68,128 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 68,128 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 63,469 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 56,284 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 RXR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver 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 RXR, 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 RXR registered?

AV03 RXR is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is AV03 RXR safe to buy?

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