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BD53 HKF

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

116,306 mi
Last recorded116,306 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 HKF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 116,306 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 108,668 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe + back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 102,530 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 84,463 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 72,481 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 69,047 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 68,592 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 68,591 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 65,393 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 62,005 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 57,473 miles

all four tyres worn very low on inner edges

Pass 22 Jan 2016 51,849 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 46,529 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 40,969 miles

rear number plate starting to come apart

Pass 11 Jan 2013 35,942 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 30,951 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 30,951 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 24,744 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 24,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 19,261 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 14,381 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 8,288 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 3,247 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 3,061 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 3,061 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 HKF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red 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 BD53 HKF, 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 HKF registered?

BD53 HKF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is BD53 HKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 HKF 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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