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BG03 VFE

2003 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2014
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

157,610 mi
Last recorded157,610 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 VFE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2013 157,610 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 147,523 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 254,121 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

slight play in o/s steering arm

Pass 7 Jun 2011 232,813 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 195,569 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2009 166,250 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2008 142,891 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 142,891 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 107,050 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 107,050 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 106,778 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 103,820 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 97,205 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)

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 VFE is a 2003 Ford Focus in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 VFE, 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 VFE registered?

BG03 VFE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 May 2003.

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The MOT history for BG03 VFE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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