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AX03 UCR

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,893 mi
Last recorded100,893 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 100,893 miles

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

Surface corrosion underside vehicle

Pass 1 Sep 2018 96,077 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer tread edged (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 91,806 miles

Engine light on

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion Inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2017 91,806 miles

Engine light on

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion Inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion Inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 87,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 84,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 79,840 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 74,338 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 68,768 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 61,951 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 53,745 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 43,712 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 43,712 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 36,645 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 29,423 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 22,563 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 UCR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UCR, 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 UCR registered?

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

Is AX03 UCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 UCR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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