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AX03 VLB

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,384 mi
Last recorded88,384 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 VLB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 88,384 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2018 88,293 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 82,021 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 76,837 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 70,400 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 64,090 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 64,081 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 57,149 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 51,520 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 46,597 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 46,112 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 46,109 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

brake fluid level low

n/s/r tyre underinflated and distorted

o/s/r tyre badly cracked and perrished

slight imbalance on front brakes

Pass 8 Aug 2009 44,787 miles

front brakes discs worn

Pass 17 Aug 2007 42,797 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 33,483 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 30,823 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 VLB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VLB, 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 VLB registered?

AX03 VLB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is AX03 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 VLB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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