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CA03 PPX

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,363 mi
Last recorded158,363 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 PPX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 158,363 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 24 Feb 2016 151,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

nearside door mirror broken

Pass 23 Feb 2015 145,082 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear inner sills starting to corrode

Pass 24 Feb 2014 138,518 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 131,427 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 13 Feb 2012 117,357 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 102,201 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 102,194 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2010 84,155 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 69,485 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 69,483 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 55,005 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 45,414 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 28,870 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 PPX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PPX, 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 PPX registered?

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

Is CA03 PPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 PPX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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