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BD53 VHA

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

74,281 mi
Last recorded74,281 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 VHA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 74,281 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2018 67,298 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 61,870 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 56,504 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 51,997 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 45,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 41,278 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 38,845 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2012 38,845 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2010 33,026 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 29,535 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 25,932 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 22,587 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 19,613 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 VHA is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VHA, 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.

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What year was BD53 VHA registered?

BD53 VHA is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is BD53 VHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 VHA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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