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BG53 FJP

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,248 mi
Last recorded81,248 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 FJP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2015 81,248 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jan 2014 77,104 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jan 2013 66,631 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 50,606 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 50,606 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 48,995 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 40,955 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 32,642 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 32,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

front and rear number plate weathered

long handbrake travel

Pass 29 Sep 2008 25,930 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 12,903 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 37,977 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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BG53 FJP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FJP, 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 BG53 FJP registered?

BG53 FJP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BG53 FJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 FJP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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