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BD53 PXR

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

125,831 mi
Last recorded125,831 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 PXR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 125,831 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 120,069 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear o/s and n/s inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 108,351 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 103,214 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both brake pipes to rear flexi brake hoses slightly corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2014 97,480 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both brake pipes to rear flexi hoses slightly corroded

both front tyres wearing inside edge

Pass 22 Apr 2013 91,546 miles

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)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 84,425 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 76,432 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 70,235 miles

front drop links

front pads worn

front tyres

Pass 29 Apr 2009 65,416 miles

advise n/s/f drop link

Pass 23 Apr 2008 59,908 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 52,660 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 52,660 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 48,329 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 48,329 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside 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 PXR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PXR, 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 PXR registered?

BD53 PXR is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is BD53 PXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 PXR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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