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BG03 BTY

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

122,463 mi
Last recorded122,463 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 BTY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 122,463 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 113,388 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 102,731 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Pass 5 May 2015 92,051 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 83,409 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 1 May 2013 75,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 1 May 2013 75,562 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 66,643 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 66,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 5 May 2011 58,169 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 58,169 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 49,091 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 49,091 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2009 39,474 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 39,474 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2008 31,580 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 24,530 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 16,760 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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BG03 BTY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BG03 BTY, 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.

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What year was BG03 BTY registered?

BG03 BTY is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is BG03 BTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 BTY shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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