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AX03 FBN

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,938 mi
Last recorded92,938 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 FBN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 92,938 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 81,410 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 82,569 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 73,703 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 71,050 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 116,643 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 116,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 97,003 miles

Both front brake discs worn

Pass 25 Jun 2010 79,834 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 69,214 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 61,099 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 61,099 miles

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 49,381 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 49,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2006 33,714 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 33,714 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 FBN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FBN, 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 FBN registered?

AX03 FBN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 June 2003.

Is AX03 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 FBN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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