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CF03 EOJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

166,097 mi
Last recorded166,097 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF03 EOJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 166,097 miles

front wiper blades smearing.

Pass 20 Aug 2016 152,499 miles

Front slight imbalance in brakes

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 195.60.15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195.55.15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear sill slightly corroded

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all 4 coil springs slightly corroded

brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 20 Aug 2016 152,499 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195.55.15 (4.1.E.1)

Front slight imbalance in brakes

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 195.60.15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195.55.15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear sill slightly corroded

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all 4 coil springs slightly corroded

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2015 143,861 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2014 138,622 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 132,231 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2013 132,231 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2012 127,262 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 127,262 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 120,630 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 112,564 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 112,562 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 105,724 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 26 Jul 2008 92,153 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 73,501 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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CF03 EOJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CF03 EOJ, 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.

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CF03 EOJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 July 2003.

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