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BG03 VNP

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

82,536 mi
Last recorded82,536 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 VNP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 82,536 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 82,532 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion outer sill (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion outer sill (6.1.C.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 82,120 miles

all brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2014 81,091 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 81,091 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 79,963 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 79,410 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 78,162 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 76,585 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 76,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 69,207 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 51,058 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 51,058 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 32,556 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 10,765 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 9,704 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 9,704 miles

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

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 VNP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 VNP, 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 VNP registered?

BG03 VNP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is BG03 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 VNP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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