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BF53 GRX

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

118,352 mi
Last recorded118,352 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 GRX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 118,352 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2026 118,342 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 117,156 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 116,204 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 114,713 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 113,793 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 108,391 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 102,026 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 94,952 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 86,519 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 79,286 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 70,270 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 56,208 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 41,605 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 28,891 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 27,527 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 21,791 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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BF53 GRX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BF53 GRX, 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

How do I check the history of BF53 GRX?

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What year was BF53 GRX registered?

BF53 GRX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BF53 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 GRX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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