MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
130,278 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Coil spring corroded Both Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Driver's Door Handle Stiff When Opening
Rear Brake Pipes Slightly Corroded
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (0.1 (b))
Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both Front Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Coil spring corroded Both Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Driver's Door Handle Stiff When Opening
Rear Brake Pipes Slightly Corroded
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (0.1 (b))
Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front exhaust flexi deteriorated
Fuel filler pipe/s corroded
Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
Rear suspension components/axle and sub-frame corroded
Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted offside rear (6.1.4 (a) (i))
Headlamp aim not tested offside (4.1.2 (b))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Position lamp not working nearside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front exhaust flexi deteriorated
Fuel filler pipe/s corroded
Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
Rear suspension components/axle and sub-frame corroded
Suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front mirror has slight damage
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Ford Focus?
Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BG53 FDP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
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 BG53 FDP, 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.
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What year was BG53 FDP registered?
BG53 FDP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 October 2003.
Is BG53 FDP safe to buy?
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