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AX03 APV

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

169,134 mi
Last recorded169,134 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 APV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 169,134 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre cracking within the tread and on side wall

Pass 5 Jul 2016 160,271 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 160,271 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 149,090 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 139,046 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 139,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 May 2013 128,333 miles

some steel brake pipes have serface rust but not heavly corroded

Pass 21 May 2012 115,810 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 103,114 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2010 92,749 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 82,782 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 72,851 miles

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 72,851 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 63,815 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 51,844 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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AX03 APV 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 80%.

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 AX03 APV, 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 AX03 APV registered?

AX03 APV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is AX03 APV safe to buy?

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