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BG03 LKU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

146,527 mi
Last recorded146,527 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 LKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 146,527 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2018 141,904 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Jan 2018 141,902 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jan 2017 136,894 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 136,880 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 132,159 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2016 132,126 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 122,566 miles

Oil leak

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 13 Jan 2014 118,096 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2014 118,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 112,404 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 112,404 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 101,545 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 101,545 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 91,337 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 91,337 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 81,254 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 69,395 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 56,343 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 46,332 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 43,854 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 43,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 LKU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 LKU, 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 LKU registered?

BG03 LKU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 April 2003.

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