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BD03 UZP

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

105,881 mi
Last recorded105,881 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 UZP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2019 105,881 miles

Brake performance not tested DUE TO REAR WHEEL BEARING (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 103,799 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 103,799 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 101,799 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 93,540 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 93,540 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 84,798 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 74,359 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 74,359 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 66,285 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 56,034 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 45,308 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 45,308 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 34,007 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 23,949 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 18,148 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 16,954 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 13,651 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 UZP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 UZP, 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 UZP registered?

BD03 UZP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is BD03 UZP safe to buy?

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