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CA03 DKJ

2003 Ford Focus

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

117,872 mi
Last recorded117,872 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 DKJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 117,872 miles

all road springs and suspension rusty.

possible leak from intercooler area.

Fail 23 Apr 2018 117,839 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all road springs and suspension rusty.

possible leak from intercooler area.

Pass 12 Apr 2017 112,081 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 112,061 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 105,561 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 105,561 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 98,162 miles

both wiper blades wearing

Pass 25 Apr 2014 89,423 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 83,542 miles

advise front discs poor condtion

advise rear bed corrosion

Fail 20 Jun 2013 83,542 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise front discs poor condtion

advise rear bed corrosion

Pass 6 Jun 2012 75,437 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 66,761 miles

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 8 Jun 2010 57,543 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 50,005 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 43,199 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 33,909 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 23,396 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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CA03 DKJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CA03 DKJ, 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 CA03 DKJ registered?

CA03 DKJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is CA03 DKJ safe to buy?

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