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BG03 MZL

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,539 mi
Last recorded14,539 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2016 14,539 miles

Nearside n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 12 Mar 2015 4,159 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 2,424 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 184 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 40,895 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 35,999 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)

rear wiper split

Pass 12 Mar 2010 31,149 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 25,865 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 17,548 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 7,143 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 4,033 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 MZL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver 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 MZL, 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 MZL registered?

BG03 MZL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is BG03 MZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 MZL 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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