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BC03 DNE

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,398 mi
Last recorded98,398 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 DNE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 98,398 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 94,926 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 92,018 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 88,475 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 84,659 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 81,132 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 76,509 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 72,322 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 66,955 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 61,216 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 54,397 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 49,475 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 42,257 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 35,789 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 28,072 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,508 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 17,871 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,510 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 13,871 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 10,928 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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BC03 DNE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BC03 DNE, 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 BC03 DNE registered?

BC03 DNE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 August 2003.

Is BC03 DNE safe to buy?

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