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BG03 VXH

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

124,250 mi
Last recorded124,250 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 VXH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2021 124,250 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2020 121,429 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 119,141 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 117,333 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 114,965 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 112,246 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 112,246 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 109,472 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 105,206 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 105,206 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 28 May 2013 98,683 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 94,960 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 94,960 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 90,140 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 83,531 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 67,630 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 52,594 miles

front discs slightly rusting (possibly with standing)

rear tyres slightly feathered

Pass 16 May 2007 46,311 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 38,135 miles

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

front brake pads 3/4 worn

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 VXH is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VXH, 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 VXH registered?

BG03 VXH is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is BG03 VXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 VXH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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