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BG03 FYN

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

111,589 mi
Last recorded111,589 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 FYN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 111,589 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 111,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 103,638 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 93,457 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 93,457 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 82,766 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 76,824 miles

front tyres on 2 mm. front discs and pads worn.

Fail 4 Feb 2011 76,824 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front tyres on 2 mm. front discs and pads worn.

Pass 9 Apr 2009 60,538 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 60,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 53,386 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 53,386 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 46,044 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin.

Fail 19 Apr 2007 46,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 24 Apr 2006 34,614 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 FYN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FYN, 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 FYN registered?

BG03 FYN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is BG03 FYN safe to buy?

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