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CE03 UMW

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,782 mi
Last recorded52,782 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2017 52,782 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 42,804 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 32,832 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perished (NO CORDS EXPOSED)

Fail 12 Jan 2015 32,832 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both rear tyres perished (NO CORDS EXPOSED)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 28,708 miles

intermittant wipers not working correctly

nearside rear wheel bearing very slightly rough

Fail 16 Jan 2014 28,708 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Rear Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

intermittant wipers not working correctly

nearside rear wheel bearing very slightly rough

Pass 12 Feb 2013 24,334 miles

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

wipers worn

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)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 18,986 miles

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

wipers juddering but still clearing screen

Pass 21 Feb 2011 13,818 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 9,118 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)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 4,334 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 43,889 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 36,071 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 25,406 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 UMW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc 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 CE03 UMW, 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 UMW registered?

CE03 UMW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is CE03 UMW safe to buy?

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