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BD03 HRU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,424 mi
Last recorded121,424 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 HRU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 121,424 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 107,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 101,188 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2021 101,188 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring arm (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 95,630 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 95,627 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 88,749 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 81,275 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 81,271 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 74,831 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low

rear registration plate damaged but not likely to misread

Pass 29 Sep 2016 67,491 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 60,934 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 57,598 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 54,613 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 51,579 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 48,013 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 44,293 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 40,012 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 36,124 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 36,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 30,861 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 26,392 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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BD03 HRU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BD03 HRU, 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 BD03 HRU registered?

BD03 HRU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is BD03 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 HRU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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