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BF03 HPC

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

98,248 mi
Last recorded98,248 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 HPC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 98,248 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2026 98,248 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 94,404 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 91,104 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 91,104 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 84,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 84,974 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 75,423 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 65,482 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 59,877 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 45,919 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 45,057 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 44,159 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 42,930 miles

off side and near side front tyres deteriorated

off side rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 23 Jun 2015 40,157 miles

both rear tyres deteriorated

off side rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 25 Jun 2014 37,730 miles

front wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2013 35,798 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 33,601 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 33,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 31,477 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 30,233 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 28,487 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 24,778 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 18,174 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 16,653 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 HPC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 HPC, 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 HPC registered?

BF03 HPC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 March 2003.

Is BF03 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 HPC shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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