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AX03 XEF

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,383 mi
Last recorded106,383 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 XEF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 106,383 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 106,383 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Bottom Ball Joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 98,135 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 88,143 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 78,589 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 72,861 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 67,864 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 62,369 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 62,368 miles

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 55,282 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 50,650 miles

groove in sidewall of offside rear tyre outer

Pass 29 Jul 2010 44,706 miles

slight damage to offside rear tyre inner and outer sidewall

Pass 27 Jul 2009 38,651 miles

no reverse lights

Pass 29 Jul 2008 33,401 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 28,392 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 22,775 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 XEF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc 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 XEF, 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 XEF registered?

AX03 XEF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is AX03 XEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 XEF 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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