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BC03 LPN

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

155,889 mi
Last recorded155,889 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 LPN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 155,889 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 151,216 miles

Surface corrosion to metal brake pipes and ferrules

Front Number plate cracked/damaged

Inner rack internals worn

Rear Trailing arm bushes worn

Various covers and under trays restricting views

Fail 28 Sep 2015 151,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Number plate cracked/damaged

Inner rack internals worn

Offside Temporary repair to offside wing mirror

Rear Trailing arm bushes worn

Surface corrosion to metal brake pipes and ferrules

Various covers and under trays restricting views

Pass 11 Sep 2014 142,916 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 135,141 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 126,072 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 117,324 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear tyres perished

Pass 22 Sep 2010 108,486 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 101,775 miles

Damage to front Registration plate.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear bumper on N/S has damage, slightly detatched.

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 11 Sep 2008 93,930 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 85,266 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 63,059 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 LPN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BC03 LPN, 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 BC03 LPN registered?

BC03 LPN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 August 2003.

Is BC03 LPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 LPN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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