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CE03 FOC

2003 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,912 mi
Last recorded46,912 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 FOC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 46,912 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a small cut in tread

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear wiper blade worn

Pass 22 Jul 2017 41,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm/outer sidewall damage/inner edge uneven tread wear (4.1.E.1)

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2016 37,786 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged and offside rear (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear cracks on tyre

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2015 33,219 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2015 23,219 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2014 27,429 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 25,946 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 22,391 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 18,226 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 13,010 miles

all four tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 28 Oct 2010 13,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

all four tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 8 Apr 2009 2,010 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 42,382 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 42,382 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 35,938 miles

very slight corrosion on front and rear discs

Pass 3 Apr 2006 29,157 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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CE03 FOC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FOC, 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 FOC registered?

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

Is CE03 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 FOC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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