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BL03 VWX

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,545 mi
Last recorded82,545 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 VWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2014 82,545 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 62,468 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 51,949 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 43,956 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 43,953 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 39,141 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 28,063 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 19,238 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 12,428 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 4,500 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 42,227 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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BL03 VWX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BL03 VWX, 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

How do I check the history of BL03 VWX?

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What year was BL03 VWX registered?

BL03 VWX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is BL03 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL03 VWX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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