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SM03 WAY

2020 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,018 mi
Last recorded53,018 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2020 Ford Focus32,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 WAY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2026 53,018 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 77,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under shields fitted

Pass 24 May 2025 45,409 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 34,484 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 25,738 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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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SM03 WAY is a 2020 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 32,708 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 SM03 WAY, 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 6 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM03 WAY?

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What year was SM03 WAY registered?

SM03 WAY is a 2020 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 July 2020.

Is SM03 WAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 WAY shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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