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AV03 VLK

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,233 mi
Last recorded29,233 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 29,233 miles

Items removed prior to test

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Tyre has a slight cut on the inner wall and is deteriorating

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

Fail 4 Apr 2016 29,221 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint Wishbone (2.5.B.1a)

Items removed prior to test

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Tyre has a slight cut on the inner wall and is deteriorating

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 25,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Apr 2015 25,520 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 21,136 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 21,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 15,176 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 9,373 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 4,179 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 81,463 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 81,462 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 73,961 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 65,196 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 57,864 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 47,531 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 VLK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VLK, 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 VLK registered?

AV03 VLK is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is AV03 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 VLK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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