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BK53 GSU

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

81,489 mi
Last recorded81,489 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 GSU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 81,489 miles

BOTH REAR LOWER ARMS AND SUB-FRAME CORRODED

N/S/R TYRE PERISHED

O/S/R OUTER SILL CORRODED

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

Pass 19 Oct 2023 80,856 miles

O/S OUTER SILL CORRODED

O/S/F HEADLIGHT DETERIORATED

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 79,956 miles

FRONT AND REAR SUB-FRAME CORRODED

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 77,920 miles

O/S/R WHEEL SLIGHT BIND

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 75,601 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 73,968 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Tank filler pipes ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 9 Oct 2019 73,949 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deformed/perished/cracking and worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Tank filler pipes ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 71,576 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Oct 2017 67,569 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 62,810 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 58,057 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 53,625 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 53,625 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 47,606 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 41,277 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 1 Feb 2012 36,683 miles

rear discs scored

Pass 10 Feb 2011 33,582 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 33,580 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 32,358 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 30,013 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 27,572 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 21,425 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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BK53 GSU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BK53 GSU, 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 BK53 GSU registered?

BK53 GSU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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