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BG03 LFR

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,545 mi
Last recorded82,545 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 LFR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 82,545 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine breather hose split

engine coolant below minimum level

engine oil below minimum level

Fail 26 Jun 2017 82,545 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine breather hose split

engine coolant below minimum level

engine oil below minimum level

Pass 6 Jun 2016 75,285 miles

rear seat belts not tested due to child seats

Fail 5 Jun 2015 70,228 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 70,228 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 64,001 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 56,955 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 50,176 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 43,309 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 36,506 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 36,506 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 29,521 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 29,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 18,909 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 18,909 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2007 9,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 9,746 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 2,430 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 LFR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LFR, 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 LFR registered?

BG03 LFR is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is BG03 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 LFR shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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