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BG53 YOE

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

79,934 mi
Last recorded79,934 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 79,934 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jun 2013 71,079 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre worn

Pass 2 Jul 2012 61,334 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 19 Jul 2011 52,816 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2010 44,079 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre on limit

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 Jul 2009 36,608 miles

n/s/r tyre worn outer edge

Pass 3 Jul 2008 26,136 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre worn on limit

Pass 24 Jul 2007 15,197 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 9,392 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 9,392 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 YOE is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YOE, 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 YOE registered?

BG53 YOE is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is BG53 YOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 YOE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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