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BG53 FPP

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

92,914 mi
Last recorded92,914 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 FPP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 92,914 miles

vehicle undersealed front to rear underneath

Pass 18 Sep 2025 90,051 miles

vehicle wax oiled front to rear underneath

Pass 19 Sep 2024 87,048 miles

vehicle wax oiled in places underneath

Pass 21 Sep 2023 83,840 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 80,332 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 80,332 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 76,370 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 73,083 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 69,986 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 68,165 miles

vehicle heavily wax oiled

Pass 18 Sep 2017 66,102 miles

heavily under sealed

Pass 12 Sep 2016 63,699 miles

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

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

suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2015 60,806 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 580,034 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 54,451 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 50,221 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 44,498 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 38,988 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 33,884 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 28,126 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 21,554 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 15,626 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 FPP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 FPP, 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 FPP registered?

BG53 FPP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BG53 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 FPP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG53 FPP have outstanding finance?

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