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BN03 PXB

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,562 mi
Last recorded138,562 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 PXB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 138,562 miles

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

all coil springs corroded

exhaust system deteriorated / has a minor leak

steering / suspension has play

Fail 6 Jan 2016 138,562 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

all coil springs corroded

exhaust system deteriorated / has a minor leak

steering / suspension has play

Pass 2 Jan 2015 129,778 miles

steering / suspension has slight play

tyres wearing low

Pass 2 Jan 2014 116,008 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 109,125 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 109,125 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 7 Dec 2011 100,205 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 100,205 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 90,360 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 90,360 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 81,903 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 81,903 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 73,367 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 61,357 miles

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

Rear Registration plate background deteriorating.

Pass 12 Dec 2006 48,276 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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BN03 PXB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PXB, 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

How do I check the history of BN03 PXB?

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What year was BN03 PXB registered?

BN03 PXB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BN03 PXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 PXB shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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