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BL53 DUU

2003 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

25,641 mi
Last recorded25,641 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 DUU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 25,641 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s &o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under tray

Pass 8 Nov 2024 23,867 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2023 22,736 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion on rear suspension and crossmember

Pass 16 Nov 2022 22,568 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 22,469 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back brake pipes starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant low

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 22,460 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 1.9 limit, over 9 on test after purge. (8.2.2.2 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back brake pipes starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant low

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 21,807 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyres starting to crack/perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 21,262 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Reverse light not working

Fail 29 Nov 2019 21,241 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Reverse light not working

Pass 30 Nov 2018 20,106 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 8 Dec 2017 19,003 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 17,526 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 16,179 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 15,013 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 13,900 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 12,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear brake disc rusty and pitted

Pass 14 Dec 2011 11,274 miles

cover under engine

front sub frame rusty

n/s rear brake disc rusty and pitted

n/s rear tyre cut on outer wall

Fail 14 Dec 2011 11,274 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

cover under engine

front sub frame rusty

n/s rear brake disc rusty and pitted

Pass 9 Dec 2010 10,109 miles

N/S front brake disc showing wear

N/S rear brake disc showing wear

Pass 8 Dec 2009 8,976 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 8,007 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 3 Dec 2007 7,035 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 6,095 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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BL53 DUU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 BL53 DUU, 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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BL53 DUU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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The MOT history for BL53 DUU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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