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BJ53 NKR

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,702 mi
Last recorded68,702 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 NKR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 68,702 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Frond and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 68,702 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Frond and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 68,674 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 68,618 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 68,560 miles

Front both front wheel hubs slightly corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2022 68,292 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 68,284 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2020 67,424 miles

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))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 66,869 miles

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))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 66,864 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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))

emissions not tested as of missfire

Pass 4 Oct 2018 65,726 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 65,726 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 64,477 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 63,929 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 63,746 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 63,428 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 63,420 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 62,521 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 59,611 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside rear tyre sidewall has minor

Pass 19 Sep 2011 59,611 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside rear tyre sidewall has minor

Pass 21 Sep 2010 56,985 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 56,985 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 53,259 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 45,152 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 45,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 34,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 34,840 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 22,592 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 NKR is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NKR, 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 NKR registered?

BJ53 NKR is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is BJ53 NKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ53 NKR shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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