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BL52 UDD

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,541 mi
Last recorded117,541 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 UDD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 117,541 miles

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

Rear Suspension arms corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2019 114,522 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2019 114,522 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 108,463 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 108,463 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 100,661 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 92,347 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 83,598 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 75,806 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 68,134 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 58,754 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jan 2012 58,754 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 51,724 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 46,463 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 40,895 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 34,513 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 27,508 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 20,738 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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BL52 UDD is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UDD, 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 UDD registered?

BL52 UDD is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is BL52 UDD safe to buy?

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