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FORD FOCUS2003 · 1.6L Petrol

OV03 ACU

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FORD FOCUS (2003, Petrol, 1596cc) — mileage recorded at 22,825. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 16/06/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1596cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 5 June 2025 resulted in a pass at 22,825 miles, and the record shows a clean history with no defects or advisories noted across the last four years of testing. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 2003 model, averaging under 1,000 miles per year. Between June 2022 and June 2025, the odometer increased by only 4,605 miles. This pattern suggests the car has spent significant periods stationary, which often presents different mechanical risks than high-mileage wear. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rubber components and braking system. Long periods of inactivity frequently lead to perished tyre sidewalls, cracked suspension bushes, and seized brake calipers. While the MOT record is clean, the low usage increases the likelihood of fluid degradation and internal corrosion that a standard test might not immediately flag. Check for signs of moisture ingress or perished seals throughout the chassis. The absence of recorded corrosion in the MOT history is positive, but the low mileage suggests the vehicle may have been stored in a way that could hide slow-developing structural rust. Verify that the engine oil and coolant have been changed regularly regardless of the low mileage to ensure the drivetrain remains healthy.

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55
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 5 June 2025 resulted in a pass at 22,825 miles, and the record shows a clean history with no defects or advisories noted across the last four years of testing. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 2003 model, averaging under 1,000 miles per year. Between June 2022 and June 2025, the odometer increased by only 4,605 miles. This pattern suggests the car has spent significant periods stationary, which often presents different mechanical risks than high-mileage wear. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rubber components and braking system. Long periods of inactivity frequently lead to perished tyre sidewalls, cracked suspension bushes, and seized brake calipers. While the MOT record is clean, the low usage increases the likelihood of fluid degradation and internal corrosion that a standard test might not immediately flag. Check for signs of moisture ingress or perished seals throughout the chassis. The absence of recorded corrosion in the MOT history is positive, but the low mileage suggests the vehicle may have been stored in a way that could hide slow-developing structural rust. Verify that the engine oil and coolant have been changed regularly regardless of the low mileage to ensure the drivetrain remains healthy.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Ford Focus (OV03 ACU) from 2003 show a total of 5 MOT tests between June 2022 and June 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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