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BD03 YJW

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

28,826 mi
Last recorded28,826 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 YJW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 28,826 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 28,383 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 27,765 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 27,234 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 27,234 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2022 25,960 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 25,276 miles
Pass 7 May 2020
Pass 8 May 2019 22,014 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 19,874 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 17,120 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 14,391 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 11,711 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 11,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 8,494 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 6,091 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 3,509 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 185 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 46,915 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 43,559 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 43,559 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 39,169 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 33,903 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 33,864 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2006 27,662 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 YJW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 YJW, 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 YJW registered?

BD03 YJW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is BD03 YJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 YJW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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