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AX03 KNC

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,471 mi
Last recorded142,471 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 KNC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 142,471 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2017 142,464 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 135,361 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 135,337 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 124,775 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 117,679 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 116,048 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010
Fail 2 Mar 2010 102,437 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 73,890 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 73,883 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 53,998 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 32,951 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 KNC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KNC, 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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What year was AX03 KNC registered?

AX03 KNC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is AX03 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 KNC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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