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BL52 TXO

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

114,781 mi
Last recorded114,781 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 TXO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 114,781 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 114,781 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 105,280 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 93,796 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 86,597 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 75,901 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 75,901 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 67,222 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 67,019 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

DRIVER HEADLAMP INNER LENS LOOSE

PASS FRONT BRAKE HOSE CLAMP INSECURE

Pass 27 Aug 2013 58,662 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 56,196 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 52,017 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 48,429 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 48,429 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

195/60-15

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 42,992 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges.

Pass 25 Feb 2009 37,325 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 32,163 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 27,189 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 21,059 miles

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

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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BL52 TXO is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BL52 TXO, 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 BL52 TXO registered?

BL52 TXO is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is BL52 TXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL52 TXO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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