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CF03 MTJ

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,664 mi
Last recorded112,664 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF03 MTJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 112,664 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 110,358 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 107,772 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 107,772 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 105,369 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 102,644 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Nov 2012 99,832 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 99,832 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 96,463 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 89,530 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 83,630 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 75,710 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 68,406 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 68,406 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 55,728 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 52,258 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 MTJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol 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 CF03 MTJ, 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 CF03 MTJ registered?

CF03 MTJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is CF03 MTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF03 MTJ 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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