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BG03 XRE

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

203,123 mi
Last recorded203,123 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XRE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 203,123 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 196,447 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 183,287 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 167,039 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 150,117 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 133,870 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2009 115,640 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 99,147 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 79,878 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 58,361 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 58,361 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 XRE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 XRE, 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 XRE registered?

BG03 XRE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is BG03 XRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 XRE 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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