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BK03 SPX

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,392 mi
Last recorded119,392 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 119,392 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

nearside front and nearside rear tyres tread depths wearing low on edges

rear outer sills corroded but not excessive within prescribed areas

Fail 14 Mar 2015 119,325 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

nearside front and nearside rear tyres tread depths wearing low on edges

rear outer sills corroded but not excessive within prescribed areas

Pass 4 Mar 2014 112,558 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 104,318 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 95,061 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 87,114 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 79,832 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 72,084 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 72,084 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 65,252 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 65,252 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 55,690 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 55,687 miles

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

ADVISE,O/S REAR TYRE WEARING CLOSE TO LIMIT.

Pass 11 Mar 2006 41,749 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 SPX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BK03 SPX, 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 SPX registered?

BK03 SPX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BK03 SPX safe to buy?

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