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AF53 BZJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,282 mi
Last recorded139,282 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 BZJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 139,282 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 139,281 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 137,111 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake pads low

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 135,262 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 135,261 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire insource (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 133,496 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 131,331 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 127,135 miles

rear exhaust box has slight blow at joining pipe

Pass 6 Nov 2017 123,224 miles

Front Tyres Cracking

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 116,875 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 116,875 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 110,881 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 109,268 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Coolant leak

Pass 26 Aug 2014 102,760 miles

coolant leak from crack in resevior

Fail 26 Aug 2014 102,760 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

coolant leak from crack in resevior

oil level low

Pass 23 Sep 2013 95,966 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 87,853 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 78,221 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 68,784 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 58,196 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 47,230 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 36,865 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 28,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Oct 2006 28,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AF53 BZJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF53 BZJ, 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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What year was AF53 BZJ registered?

AF53 BZJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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