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CK03 OWJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,614 mi
Last recorded115,614 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK03 OWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2017 115,614 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing to sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill breaking away and corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing to sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing under wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill not welded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear inner wings arch liners fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2016 107,355 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded and rear pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to limit 185/65/14 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame and attached components are all cooroded (2.4.G.1)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 107,355 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split to cords (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded and rear pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to limit 185/65/14 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened sub frame and attached components are all cooroded (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2015 98,494 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise rear beam corrosion

Fail 26 May 2015 98,494 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise rear beam corrosion

Pass 22 May 2014 90,837 miles

coolant leak expansion bottle

high idle speed

Pass 17 Jun 2013 81,985 miles

Rear wiper worn

Fail 17 Jun 2013 81,985 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear wiper worn

Pass 3 Jul 2012 77,897 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 72,806 miles

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

slight leak exhayst front flexi

toy on mirror

Fail 15 Jun 2011 72,806 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight leak exhayst front flexi

toy on mirror

Pass 16 Jun 2010 68,894 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 65,052 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 61,193 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 53,639 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 45,570 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 45,133 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 45,133 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear 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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CK03 OWJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CK03 OWJ, 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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CK03 OWJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 May 2003.

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