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CA03 PPF

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

88,675 mi
Last recorded88,675 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 PPF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 88,675 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 88,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 75,513 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at cat joint (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2017 75,513 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at cat joint (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not reaching screen (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 65,298 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 65,298 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 59,027 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 59,027 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 52,643 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 52,643 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 45,568 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 45,568 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 40,793 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 40,793 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 35,060 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 30,003 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 24,897 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 20,860 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 17,219 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 17,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 12,229 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 PPF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PPF, 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.

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What year was CA03 PPF registered?

CA03 PPF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is CA03 PPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 PPF shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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