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BD03 NZB

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

155,752 mi
Last recorded155,752 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 NZB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2016 155,752 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front exhaust hanger is heavily corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front + rear suspension + subframes are all slightly corroded

o/s/r + n/s/r inner sills are slightly corroded

Fail 28 Dec 2016

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front exhaust hanger is heavily corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front + rear suspension + subframes are all slightly corroded

o/s/r + n/s/r inner sills are slightly corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2015 147,656 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2015 147,656 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 140,648 miles

n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisey when spun

Pass 19 Sep 2013 130,968 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 120,640 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 108,862 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 97,118 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 83,216 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 68,829 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 54,521 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 54,521 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

advise only discs and pads required soon

Pass 28 Apr 2006 36,674 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2006 36,674 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

brake fluid level low

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 NZB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 NZB, 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 NZB registered?

BD03 NZB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is BD03 NZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 NZB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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