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MLZ 1281

2003 Ford Focus LX

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,569 mi
Last recorded123,569 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 1281
MakeFord
ModelFocus LX
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2021 123,569 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 119,314 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 116,778 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus LX?

Based on 3,831 MOT tests across 1,550 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
4,718
Miles/Year
1,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 1
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MLZ 1281 is a 2003 Ford Focus LX in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Ford Focus LX fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLZ 1281, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was MLZ 1281 registered?

MLZ 1281 is a 2003 Ford Focus LX, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is MLZ 1281 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLZ 1281 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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