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BD53 PSY

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

97,005 mi
Last recorded97,005 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 PSY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 97,005 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 97,005 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 89,553 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 88,522 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 82,543 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2016 82,543 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 77,253 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear springs corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2014 71,498 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 66,659 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 61,636 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 61,636 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 50,046 miles

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

offside front tyre just on legal limit

two child seats in rear

Fail 22 Oct 2010 50,046 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside front tyre just on legal limit

two child seats in rear

Pass 27 Oct 2009 42,238 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 36,538 miles

both rear tyres cracking around side walls

Pass 26 Oct 2007 30,030 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 21,317 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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BD53 PSY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PSY, 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 PSY registered?

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

Is BD53 PSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 PSY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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