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BG03 WVU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

115,871 mi
Last recorded115,871 miles
Recorded on20 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2015 115,871 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear numberplate delamination

Pass 5 Jun 2014 110,942 miles

BRAKE PIPES SLIGHTLY CORRODED ALL AROUND

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 106,926 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 119,120 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 110,344 miles

exhaust front pipe corroded and starting to split/blow borderline pass

wiper blades poor condition borderline pass

Pass 28 Apr 2010 105,783 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 98,889 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 84,387 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 67,231 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 67,231 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 55,176 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 WVU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WVU, 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 WVU registered?

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

Is BG03 WVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 WVU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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