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BK03 XAF

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

145,037 mi
Last recorded145,037 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 XAF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 145,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

service and parking brake just met required efficiency

Fail 13 Oct 2015 145,037 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

service and parking brake just met required efficiency

Pass 28 Oct 2014 142,889 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 139,145 miles

BONNET DIFFICULT TO OPEN

Pass 2 Oct 2012 127,727 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 127,721 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 121,464 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 114,269 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake disc's pitted

Pass 29 Oct 2009 105,916 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 97,167 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 88,517 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2007 88,517 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 78,760 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 73,785 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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 XAF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XAF, 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 XAF registered?

BK03 XAF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is BK03 XAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 XAF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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