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AX03 UYV

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

79,211 mi
Last recorded79,211 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 UYV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 79,211 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 79,211 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 76,073 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi-pipe slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 73,418 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 71,697 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 70,762 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 70,762 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 69,474 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 67,678 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 65,127 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 65,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 62,420 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2014 59,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 59,795 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 57,036 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 54,732 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 52,498 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 52,498 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 50,112 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 47,540 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 45,047 miles

KEEP CHECK ON N/S/R TYRE TREAD

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 45,047 miles

KEEP CHECK ON N/S/R TYRE TREAD

Pass 19 Jul 2007 32,259 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2007 32,259 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 24,174 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 UYV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 UYV, 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 UYV registered?

AX03 UYV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is AX03 UYV safe to buy?

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