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BK03 AYP

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,379 mi
Last recorded107,379 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 AYP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015 107,379 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 106,250 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 102,942 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 99,323 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 99,297 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 91,332 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 91,332 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 85,630 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 85,629 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

rear exhaust mounts poor

Fail 1 Sep 2007 81,138 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 81,138 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 71,833 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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BK03 AYP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BK03 AYP, 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 BK03 AYP registered?

BK03 AYP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is BK03 AYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 AYP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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