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BL52 VXZ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,835 mi
Last recorded110,835 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 110,835 miles

o/s rear outer sill deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2016 98,841 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 98,841 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 80,000 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 79,642 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pipes corroding

Pass 28 May 2013 79,003 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 78,873 miles

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 4 May 2011 70,808 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 70,808 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 61,986 miles

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 23 Apr 2009 54,789 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 54,789 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front discs in poor condition.

Fail 24 Apr 2008 46,190 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 46,190 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 37,909 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 29,778 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 VXZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VXZ, 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.

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What year was BL52 VXZ registered?

BL52 VXZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is BL52 VXZ safe to buy?

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