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BK53 RRV

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,445 mi
Last recorded38,445 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 RRV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 38,445 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 36,629 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 35,798 miles

brake pipes greased

Fail 3 Nov 2014 35,798 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

brake pipes greased

Pass 22 Oct 2013 34,579 miles

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO N/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/R FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Oct 2013 34,578 miles

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

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO N/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/R FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 32,906 miles

METAL BRAKE PIPE TO O/S/F FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSE CORRODED.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2011 31,437 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 30,016 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 27,318 miles

N/S/F TYRE SIDEWALL SLIGHTLY DAMAGED.

Pass 16 Oct 2008 25,116 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 23,775 miles

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer side wall

Pass 23 Oct 2006 19,806 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 RRV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BK53 RRV, 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 RRV registered?

BK53 RRV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is BK53 RRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 RRV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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