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BD53 UYA

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

148,836 mi
Last recorded148,836 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 UYA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2019 148,836 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 141,872 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 135,214 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 128,486 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 120,787 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 112,707 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 104,182 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 94,275 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 84,191 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 84,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 74,594 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner shoulder

Pass 8 Oct 2009 65,052 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 65,052 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2008 57,456 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 57,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 48,449 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 36,236 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)

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 UYA is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 UYA, 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 UYA registered?

BD53 UYA is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is BD53 UYA safe to buy?

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