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BL53 ZPD

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

93,465 mi
Last recorded93,465 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 ZPD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 93,465 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 90,964 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 88,932 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 85,540 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 83,295 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 80,848 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 77,637 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 73,358 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 68,030 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2012 63,163 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 63,163 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 56,534 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2010 49,360 miles

Advise washer jets frozen up at time of test.

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 44,126 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 36,858 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 31,122 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 22,579 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 ZPD is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ZPD, 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 BL53 ZPD registered?

BL53 ZPD is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is BL53 ZPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 ZPD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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