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BK03 XMP

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,653 mi
Last recorded126,653 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 XMP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 126,653 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

suspension area corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2018 121,993 miles

suspension areas corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2017 118,172 miles

Engine Management Light displayed.

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Sep 2016 112,826 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 105,161 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

o/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 3 Jun 2014 101,747 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 101,746 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 May 2013 96,098 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2013 96,098 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 89,166 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 81,794 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2010 72,492 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 62,219 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 48,050 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 32,014 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 May 2007 32,014 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 25,902 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 24,261 miles

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 XMP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XMP, 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 XMP registered?

BK03 XMP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is BK03 XMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 XMP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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