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BL53 ZPM

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,872 mi
Last recorded37,872 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 ZPM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 37,872 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight split look strip check now (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner check in near future (4.1.E.1)

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPE HOSES ALL SPRINGS REQ CLEAN WAX OIL GREASE NOW

oil leak

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes clean re pressure check wax oil grease after check all NOW (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 37,871 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits hc and co lamba over limits and over heat no print (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted space saver wheel fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm to cords (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight split look strip check now (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner check in near future (4.1.E.1)

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPE HOSES ALL SPRINGS REQ CLEAN WAX OIL GREASE NOW

oil leak

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes clean re pressure check wax oil grease after check all NOW (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 32,588 miles

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

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Fail 25 Nov 2015 32,549 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2014 25,233 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

dry on chassis,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition and to protect it

Pass 12 Nov 2013 17,586 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)

dry and rusty on chassis,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition and to protect it

Fail 12 Nov 2013 17,586 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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)

sill FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES ARE ALL DRY SALTY REQ GOOD STEAM CLEAN RE PRESSURE CHECK BRAKES WAX OIL GREASE

Pass 10 Nov 2012 11,440 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 59,396 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 57,367 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 46,370 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 35,332 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 24,153 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2006 17,928 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 ZPM is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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

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