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BN03 NZX

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,394 mi
Last recorded128,394 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 NZX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2019 128,394 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner/outer seal corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner/outer seal corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 124,388 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 17 Aug 2018 124,375 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering seal damaged (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering seal damaged (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 120,193 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2017 119,646 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged Has a cut in it and is twisted (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Steering rack misting with oil

Both rear outer sill slightly corroded

Both small ties on the steering rack gaiters are slightly loose

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Steering rack has play in it and can be felt through the steering wheel

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 113,711 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 106,825 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 101,477 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 93,352 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 91,427 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 103,391 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brakes dics wear

Pass 26 Apr 2008 99,918 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 84,199 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 60,824 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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BN03 NZX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN03 NZX, 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 BN03 NZX registered?

BN03 NZX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is BN03 NZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 NZX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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