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BG52 DDU

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

19,133 mi
Last recorded19,133 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 DDU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 19,133 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 17,869 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 16,604 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 16,587 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 16,454 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 16,062 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 15,345 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 15,345 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 14,225 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 13,091 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 11,963 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 10,673 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 9,449 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 9,449 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 7,989 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 6,514 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 4,925 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 2,516 miles

O/S/R TYRE CUT ON SIDE WALL

Pass 28 Jan 2009 355 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 13,893 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 11,942 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 9,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 9,593 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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BG52 DDU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 BG52 DDU, 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

How do I check the history of BG52 DDU?

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What year was BG52 DDU registered?

BG52 DDU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is BG52 DDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 DDU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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