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BD03 PRX

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

126,055 mi
Last recorded126,055 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 PRX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 126,055 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 116,109 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 107,481 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 99,963 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 22 May 2015 99,963 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 May 2014 90,405 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 90,405 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 21 May 2013 85,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2013 85,887 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 80,787 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 74,518 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 74,518 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 May 2010 67,303 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 59,186 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 46,815 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 34,150 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 19,303 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 16,988 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 PRX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PRX, 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 PRX registered?

BD03 PRX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is BD03 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 PRX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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