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AX03 KLV

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

128,528 mi
Last recorded128,528 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 KLV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 128,528 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2019 128,238 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 123,692 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 22 Jun 2018 123,684 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 23 Jun 2017 122,707 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside outer sills at rear in mounting areas (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 May 2016 117,679 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 108,963 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 99,985 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 90,225 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 80,708 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 69,870 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 60,779 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 60,779 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2009 53,053 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 53,053 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

nearside front tyre low on tread on inner edge

offside rear tyre low on tread on inner edge(on flat spot)

Pass 7 May 2008 43,563 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2007 32,581 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 32,581 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2006 23,369 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 KLV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KLV, 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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AX03 KLV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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