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BG03 LRE

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,244 mi
Last recorded55,244 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 LRE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 55,244 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 50,741 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 46,622 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 40,995 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 38,182 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 30,430 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 24,888 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Oct 2018 24,804 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 23,601 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 22,892 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 22,277 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 21,222 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 19,013 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 16,692 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 12,269 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 10,530 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

n/s and o/s/rear tyre outer edges tread both deep cracks and poor condition.

n/s/front tyre outer tread worn/wearing

Pass 9 Sep 2009 8,492 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 6,811 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 4,303 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 1,359 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 1,334 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 LRE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 LRE, 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 LRE registered?

BG03 LRE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is BG03 LRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 LRE shows 21 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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