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BJ03 VZH

2003 Ford Focus

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

189,327 mi
Last recorded189,327 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 VZH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 189,327 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 175,795 miles

o/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

Fail 25 Jan 2017 175,778 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 28 Jan 2016 168,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

under tray fitted

Fail 28 Jan 2016 168,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2015 156,491 miles

front brake discs corroded and worn

front brake pads worn to excess

Pass 15 Jan 2014 136,699 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jan 2014 136,699 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 112,042 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 85,273 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 60,171 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 37,705 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 32,902 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 27,626 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 23,066 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 23,066 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 18,108 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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BJ03 VZH is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BJ03 VZH, 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 BJ03 VZH registered?

BJ03 VZH is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is BJ03 VZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ03 VZH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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