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CE03 LNZ

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

37,164 mi
Last recorded37,164 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 LNZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 37,164 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2016 37,161 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 23,432 miles

engine management light on

Pass 7 Jan 2014 20,674 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 17,645 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 17,645 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 13,676 miles

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

n/s front tyre on legal limit

Pass 4 Jan 2011 7,858 miles

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

Nearside front inner brake pad low

Pass 6 Jan 2010 4,105 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009
Fail 21 Jan 2009 13,037 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 63,483 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 63,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 53,169 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 53,169 miles

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 41,508 miles

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

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

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 LNZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CE03 LNZ, 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 LNZ registered?

CE03 LNZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is CE03 LNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 LNZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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