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BK03 TCX

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

132,115 mi
Last recorded132,115 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 TCX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2014 132,115 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear exhaust box is deteriorating

Surface corrosion at rear sub frame and wishbones

Pass 18 Nov 2014 132,115 miles

Rear exhaust box is deteriorating

Surface corrosion at rear sub frame and wishbones

Fail 9 Nov 2013 129,676 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 129,676 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 119,819 miles

both front tyres severly worn and feathered on edges-almost exposing ply on inner edges

Fail 6 Nov 2012 119,819 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres severly worn and feathered on edges-almost exposing ply on inner edges

Pass 1 Nov 2011 103,176 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 88,291 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 88,179 miles

Front and rear discs corroded

Rear Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 87,849 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 80,865 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 70,848 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 70,848 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 2 Apr 2007 61,540 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 52,064 miles

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

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

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 TCX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 TCX, 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 TCX registered?

BK03 TCX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is BK03 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 TCX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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