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BJ53 KHG

2003 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

142,671 mi
Last recorded142,671 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 KHG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 142,671 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 139,135 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 135,467 miles

Front front reg plate damaged

handbrake requires adjustment

Fail 22 Aug 2017 135,466 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front front reg plate damaged

handbrake requires adjustment

Pass 23 Aug 2016 130,531 miles

REAR OFF SIDE BRAKE PIPE CORRODING

Pass 19 Aug 2015 123,384 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2015 123,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 112,938 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 104,737 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 97,258 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 89,829 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 89,829 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 81,782 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 74,456 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 68,894 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 63,572 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 56,710 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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BJ53 KHG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BJ53 KHG, 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.

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What year was BJ53 KHG registered?

BJ53 KHG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ53 KHG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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