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BG03 VRC

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,417 mi
Last recorded65,417 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 VRC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 65,417 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 65,417 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 61,127 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 61,127 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 55,654 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 55,654 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 50,451 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 50,441 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 45,213 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 40,317 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 34,355 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2013 27,932 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Jun 2012 24,006 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 17,596 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 10,900 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 3,264 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 48,128 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 48,128 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,974 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 28,770 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 VRC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VRC, 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 VRC registered?

BG03 VRC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is BG03 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 VRC shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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