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AY03 YVB

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

135,854 mi
Last recorded135,854 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 YVB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 135,854 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/s +N/s rear inner sill corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 122,432 miles

engine oil leaks

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

play in o/s/f track rod end worn

Fail 30 Aug 2016 122,431 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine oil leaks

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

play in o/s/f track rod end worn

Pass 21 Aug 2015 103,952 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 103,952 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 86,377 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 72,955 miles

front tyres worn on insides

Pass 23 Aug 2012 61,431 miles

front pipe has slight blow at flexy

Pass 31 Aug 2011 53,676 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 44,959 miles

ADVISE - FRONT TYRES WORN ON SIDES AND REAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED

Pass 5 Aug 2009 36,004 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 36,004 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 28,822 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2007 21,225 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 13,128 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 12,529 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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AY03 YVB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,388cc 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 AY03 YVB, 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 AY03 YVB registered?

AY03 YVB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is AY03 YVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 YVB 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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