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BG03 BYB

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,544 mi
Last recorded67,544 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 BYB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2015 67,544 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 65,611 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 62,313 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 58,118 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 50,403 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 44,876 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 40,821 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 35,641 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 31,678 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 25,840 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 25,031 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake pads low and discs lipped

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 BYB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BYB, 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 BG03 BYB?

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What year was BG03 BYB registered?

BG03 BYB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is BG03 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 BYB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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