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BD03 OGL

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

109,401 mi
Last recorded109,401 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 OGL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 109,401 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 108,635 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

chassis and suspension components light rust

o/s/r tyre has sidewall damage

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 16 May 2014 103,355 miles

A/C condensor damaged and radiator insucure

Both rear brake caliper, handbrake levers do not fully return to the stop

Drivers seat poor condition

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

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

Front fog lamps not working

Gearoil leak from nearside driveshaft seat

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front wheel arch liner damaged and insucure

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Sump corroded

Fail 8 May 2014 103,355 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

A/C condensor damaged and radiator insucure

Both rear brake caliper, handbrake levers do not fully return to the stop

Drivers seat poor condition

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

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

Front fog lamps not working

Gearoil leak from nearside driveshaft seat

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front wheel arch liner damaged and insucure

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Sump corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2013 100,753 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 17 Jul 2013 100,657 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2012 92,088 miles

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 26 May 2011 88,552 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2010 84,468 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 84,468 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 22 May 2009 79,894 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 75,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2008 75,155 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 69,844 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 May 2006 62,520 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 62,340 miles

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

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

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

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

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 OGL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OGL, 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 OGL registered?

BD03 OGL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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