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BG53 YCA

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

110,662 mi
Last recorded110,662 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 YCA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 110,662 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 110,153 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 109,669 miles

Advised general under body corrosion indicating coastal area

Nearside Front Inner CV gaiter slight weeping

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Aug 2019 109,148 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 108,224 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 108,224 miles

Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 107,794 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 107,231 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 107,231 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 105,837 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 105,837 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 104,626 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 100,907 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 97,186 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 93,106 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 93,106 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 89,057 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 84,988 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 80,675 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 76,673 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 66,111 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 66,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 YCA is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YCA, 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 YCA registered?

BG53 YCA is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is BG53 YCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 YCA shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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