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BL03 ZSW

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,287 mi
Last recorded60,287 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 ZSW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 60,287 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 53,227 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 46,519 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 46,519 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 36,904 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 36,904 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 28,734 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 23,581 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 19,416 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 15,187 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,883 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 8,113 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 4,240 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 50,406 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 39,614 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 39,614 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 ZSW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZSW, 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 BL03 ZSW registered?

BL03 ZSW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is BL03 ZSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL03 ZSW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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