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BD03 HZN

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

54,498 mi
Last recorded54,498 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 HZN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 54,498 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 53,118 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 50,487 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 49,282 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 47,897 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 47,319 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 46,210 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 44,007 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 42,152 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 40,337 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 40,337 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 38,882 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 37,399 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 34,389 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 32,962 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 31,251 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 29,448 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 29,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,511 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 27,511 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 25,380 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 23,260 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 10,159 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 18,858 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 18,858 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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 HZN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 HZN, 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 BD03 HZN registered?

BD03 HZN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is BD03 HZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 HZN shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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