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BJ53 KXN

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,429 mi
Last recorded76,429 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 KXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 76,429 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 68,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 60,565 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 54,827 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 54,827 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 51,713 miles

Coil spring corroded both front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 51,004 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 50,314 miles

Front hubs, bad corrosion

Pass 20 Sep 2016 49,160 miles

advise some signs of perishing to n/s outer wall

Fail 20 Sep 2016 49,160 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low n/s and o/s (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

advise some signs of perishing to n/s outer wall

Pass 24 Sep 2015 48,429 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 48,429 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 47,258 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 43,891 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 40,508 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 37,838 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 33,233 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 29,802 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 25,367 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 21,612 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 18,240 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 KXN is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KXN, 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 KXN registered?

BJ53 KXN is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ53 KXN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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