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BJ53 KRG

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,440 mi
Last recorded106,440 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 KRG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 106,440 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2025 106,440 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 102,990 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2024 102,990 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 97,962 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 97,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 94,041 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 91,734 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 90,378 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 86,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 80,459 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 80,459 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 75,331 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing slightly worn

Pass 1 Apr 2016 71,956 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 68,595 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 67,033 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 64,634 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 61,443 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 61,443 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 13 Oct 2011 56,305 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 56,305 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 13 Oct 2010 52,066 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 52,066 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Oct 2009 47,510 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 47,510 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 41,457 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 41,457 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 31,122 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 23,183 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 23,183 miles

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

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

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 KRG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KRG, 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 BJ53 KRG registered?

BJ53 KRG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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