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AX03 NXE

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

153,934 mi
Last recorded153,934 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 NXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 153,934 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 145,288 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 135,839 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 123,805 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 115,153 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 107,754 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front caliper spring incorrect

knock on front suspension

Fail 4 Jun 2020 107,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under servo unit (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative link broken (4.1.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front caliper spring incorrect

knock on front suspension

Pass 26 Jan 2016 107,211 miles

Nearside Front insicure

sump corroded and leaking

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 107,208 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front insicure

sump corroded and leaking

Pass 27 Jan 2015 102,953 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 96,369 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2014 96,342 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 84,054 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

complete exhaust corroding

e.m.l on

near side front tyre BADLY worn on inner edge and low on tread

off side rear brake binding slightly

off side rear inner brake pad worn

Pass 1 Nov 2011 75,989 miles

engine light on

Pass 20 Oct 2010 70,427 miles

nearside rear tyre tread lifting

Fail 20 Oct 2010 70,423 miles

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

nearside rear tyre tread lifting

Pass 16 Jul 2009 63,300 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 63,300 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 52,424 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

stone chip in screen wheel scuffed emissions just pass mot

Pass 16 Jun 2008 52,072 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 44,246 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 31,682 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 NXE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AX03 NXE, 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 NXE registered?

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

Is AX03 NXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 NXE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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