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BF03 HMG

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,571 mi
Last recorded126,571 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 HMG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 126,571 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2014 51,866 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Apr 2014 51,866 miles

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

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 47,480 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

oil level is low in the engine

Pass 18 Mar 2013 47,480 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

oil level is low in the engine

Pass 31 Mar 2012 44,385 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre outer wall has minor cracks

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 40,844 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 36,445 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 31,255 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 27,465 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 22,000 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 16,983 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 15,576 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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BF03 HMG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HMG, 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 HMG registered?

BF03 HMG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is BF03 HMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 HMG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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