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BF03 JYD

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,418 mi
Last recorded166,418 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 JYD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2017 166,418 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2017 166,418 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 157,304 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2016 157,304 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 147,007 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 136,551 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 66,405 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 61,963 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 56,499 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 56,499 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 49,190 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 49,190 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 42,382 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 33,845 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 268,787 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 19,865 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 JYD is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JYD, 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 JYD registered?

BF03 JYD is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is BF03 JYD safe to buy?

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