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BG53 WKJ

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,185 mi
Last recorded82,185 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 WKJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 May 2022 82,185 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 81,755 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 80,847 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 79,198 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 76,912 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 72,739 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 69,149 miles

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

Offside Steering rack side arm slight play

Pass 24 Oct 2014 65,412 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 61,291 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 56,782 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 53,167 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 48,576 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 43,611 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 37,466 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 32,004 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 26,505 miles

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

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 WKJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WKJ, 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 WKJ registered?

BG53 WKJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is BG53 WKJ safe to buy?

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