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BG53 WUU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

210,416 mi
Last recorded210,416 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 WUU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2013 210,416 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside front brake binding

Pass 2 Mar 2012 202,474 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust heat shield insecure

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 3 Dec 2010 165,637 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded at front

offside rear brake slightly binding

rear brake disc showing pitting and corrosion

undershield insecure

Fail 1 Dec 2010 165,621 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded at front

offside rear brake slightly binding

rear brake disc showing pitting and corrosion

undershield insecure

Pass 16 Nov 2009 189,316 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2008 182,698 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 164,118 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Oct 2007 164,118 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 128,406 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 WUU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WUU, 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 WUU registered?

BG53 WUU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is BG53 WUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 WUU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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