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BD53 HDV

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,653 mi
Last recorded115,653 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 HDV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2018 115,653 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 115,653 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 108,614 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2017 108,614 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 103,767 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

Pass 6 Nov 2014 102,686 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 101,036 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 101,036 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 99,417 miles

front brake discs slightly scored but not effecting brake performance

Pass 12 Oct 2011 91,541 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 84,474 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 76,374 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 22 Sep 2009 76,374 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Oct 2008 61,643 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 42,079 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 33,611 miles

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

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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BD53 HDV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD53 HDV, 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 BD53 HDV registered?

BD53 HDV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BD53 HDV safe to buy?

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