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BD53 UTL

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,793 mi
Last recorded81,793 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 UTL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 81,793 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 62,942 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Oct 2014 58,439 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 52,767 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 45,067 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 45,067 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 37,906 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 31,592 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 24,330 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 16,502 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 8,249 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 15,956 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 UTL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 UTL, 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 UTL registered?

BD53 UTL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 December 2003.

Is BD53 UTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 UTL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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