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BG03 VWV

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

44,137 mi
Last recorded44,137 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2016 44,137 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 44,137 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 38,520 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2014 31,392 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 31,392 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 24,519 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 18,421 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 14,644 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 8,963 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 1,912 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 37,541 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 37,541 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 31,411 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 22,423 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 VWV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VWV, 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 VWV registered?

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

Is BG03 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 VWV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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