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BD03 JFA

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,454 mi
Last recorded135,454 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 135,454 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 121,244 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 121,244 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 May 2011 106,065 miles

engine pipe or water housing leaking

Pass 25 May 2010 89,704 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 79,727 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 69,947 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 60,180 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 46,868 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 JFA is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JFA, 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 JFA registered?

BD03 JFA is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BD03 JFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 JFA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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