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BF03 FMC

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,384 mi
Last recorded137,384 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 FMC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2015 137,384 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front brake pipes starting to corrode

fuel cap seal cracking

slight seepage of coolant from lower radiator pipe

Fail 25 Feb 2014 127,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside sill damaged

Parking brake lever travel borders on excessive

Some localised brake pipes corrosion

Pass 25 Feb 2014 127,624 miles

Nearside sill damaged

Parking brake lever travel borders on excessive

Some localised brake pipes corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2013 118,158 miles

Exhaust centre & rear sections heat shields coming adrift. Plus, over-axle pipe bracket broken.

Front reg plate deteriorating

Pass 24 Feb 2012 108,881 miles

Exhaust axle pipe bracket broken, recommend repair

Front tyres getting low on treads and some edges wear

Nearside front inner brake brake pad worn low.

Nearside rear hand brake calliper arm does not return to 'stop' and efficiency slightly lower

Rear exhaust heat shield slightly adrift

Slight exhaust leak at joint-sleeve, centre sections

Wear 'lips'- front brake discs inner surfaces

Pass 2 Feb 2011 98,665 miles

both rear coil springs corroded

front brake discs lipped

nearside front coil spring corroded

rear anti roll bar link bush's split

rear exhaust hangers badly corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2010 90,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 82,656 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 73,164 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 73,164 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 56,981 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 39,945 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 39,945 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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BF03 FMC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BF03 FMC, 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 BF03 FMC registered?

BF03 FMC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BF03 FMC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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