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AV03 RXS

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,914 mi
Last recorded87,914 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 RXS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 87,914 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 80,100 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 80,100 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 76,106 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside top headlamp bracket broken but still secure.

Pass 15 Apr 2013 72,257 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 72,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 67,716 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 67,716 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 62,531 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 58,828 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 54,015 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 48,583 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 44,210 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 40,624 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 RXS is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RXS, 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 RXS registered?

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

Is AV03 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 RXS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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