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BK03 XGZ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

189,017 mi
Last recorded189,017 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 XGZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2018 189,017 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch corroded (behind arch liner) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch corroded (behind arch liner) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front main beam bulb working but not fully pushed into holder

Pass 22 Nov 2017 180,807 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 173,161 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 173,161 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both bulbs incorrectly fitted (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 161,765 miles

hand brake /fluid level warning light on

Fail 20 Nov 2015 161,765 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe and flexi pipe (7.1.2)

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

Stop lamp not working both lamps (1.2.1b)

hand brake /fluid level warning light on

Pass 22 Nov 2014 148,406 miles

both front tyres showing wear

drivers door outer handle stiff

Pass 23 Nov 2013 134,366 miles

minor exhaust leaks rear of system

Pass 27 Nov 2012 120,625 miles

front discs corroded

rear number plate deteriated

Fail 20 Oct 2011 114,657 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 114,657 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 104,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

air bag light on

Pass 28 Oct 2009 97,342 miles

Child seat fitted to offside rear not allowing full inspection of seat belt

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

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

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

Unable to fully inspect centre rear seat belt due to child seat fitted

Fail 28 Oct 2009 97,342 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted to offside rear not allowing full inspection of seat belt

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

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

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

Unable to fully inspect centre rear seat belt due to child seat fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2008 90,872 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

handbrake travel long

Fail 30 Oct 2008 90,872 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

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

handbrake travel long

Pass 29 Oct 2007 84,649 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 75,133 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 75,133 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 XGZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 XGZ, 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.

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What year was BK03 XGZ registered?

BK03 XGZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 April 2003.

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The MOT history for BK03 XGZ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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