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CE03 FJV

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

95,254 mi
Last recorded95,254 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 FJV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 95,254 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 89,847 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 87,000 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing low on the inner edge

engine breather collapsed

signs of a possible leak from the clutch master cylinder

Pass 27 Feb 2013 84,533 miles

clutch master leaking

n/s/f/tyre low

o/s/f/tyre wearing unevenly

Fail 22 Feb 2013 84,502 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

clutch master leaking

n/s/f/tyre low

o/s/f/tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 29 Feb 2012 81,629 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 76,567 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 70,120 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 61,329 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 61,328 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 51,133 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 37,307 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 28,274 miles

offside front flexi hose outer rubber protective coating coming away from braded hose.

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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CE03 FJV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CE03 FJV, 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 CE03 FJV registered?

CE03 FJV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is CE03 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 FJV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE03 FJV have outstanding finance?

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