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BG03 BXC

2003 Ford Focus

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,969 mi
Last recorded33,969 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 BXC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 33,969 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 30,220 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 30,220 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 25,274 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 25,274 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 21,056 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 17,519 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 10,477 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 843 miles

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

TURBO HOSE SPLIT

Pass 7 Mar 2009 43,924 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2008 41,871 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 41,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 36,341 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 25,399 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 BXC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BG03 BXC, 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 BG03 BXC registered?

BG03 BXC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is BG03 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 BXC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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