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BK53 NUF

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

162,254 mi
Last recorded162,254 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 NUF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2020 162,254 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ rear n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ rear o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear exhaust heat covers slightly loose

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 153,813 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ rear n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ rear o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also worn on outer edge ()

Nearside track rod end locking nut was loose

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

Fail 26 Mar 2019 153,813 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure mounting split (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system inside bonnet (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ rear n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ rear o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre also worn on outer edge ()

Nearside track rod end locking nut was loose

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 147,556 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 137,707 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 137,451 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear coil spring poss fractured

Pass 22 Mar 2016 125,186 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 115,236 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 109,985 miles

M.I.L illuminated

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)

front reg plate deteriorating,replacement recommended

rear tyres perished,replacement of offside recommended

Pass 18 Apr 2013 102,130 miles

engine M.I.L illuminated

rear tyres cracking

Pass 30 Apr 2012 94,140 miles

centre and rear exhaust system deteriated.

Fail 25 Apr 2012 94,053 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

centre and rear exhaust system deteriated.

engine management light on.

Pass 7 Oct 2010 80,823 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 69,061 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 58,320 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 47,965 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 47,872 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 34,683 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 NUF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 NUF, 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 BK53 NUF registered?

BK53 NUF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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