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AK03 BZX

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,407 mi
Last recorded63,407 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 BZX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 63,407 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 61,945 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 60,320 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 58,873 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 58,873 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2019 56,121 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 53,291 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 51,069 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 48,824 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 46,009 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 42,747 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 38,653 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 35,531 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 35,478 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 31,745 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 28,557 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 24,535 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 20,444 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 14,881 miles

surface corrosion on all four brake discs

Fail 16 Feb 2007 14,881 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

surface corrosion on all four brake discs

Pass 13 Mar 2006 11,552 miles

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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AK03 BZX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AK03 BZX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK03 BZX registered?

AK03 BZX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is AK03 BZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 BZX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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