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BG03 VUM

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,478 mi
Last recorded127,478 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2013 127,478 miles

o/s rear tyre close to limit inner edge

Fail 4 Apr 2013 127,478 miles

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

o/s rear tyre close to limit inner edge

Pass 25 Apr 2012 122,490 miles

o/s front wheel rim bent slightly

o/s rear tyre on legal limit

Fail 28 Apr 2011 114,991 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 114,991 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2010 105,271 miles

unable to open drivers window

Pass 28 Apr 2009 94,567 miles

unable to open drivers window

Pass 15 Apr 2008 84,148 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 75,495 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 57,040 miles

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

Offside Front 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 VUM is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VUM, 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 VUM registered?

BG03 VUM is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is BG03 VUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 VUM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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