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BN03 VEW

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,810 mi
Last recorded86,810 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 VEW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2018 86,810 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 76,345 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 70,286 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit splitting and just on limits (4.1.E.1)

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

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

wipers starting to smear

Pass 20 Feb 2015 65,096 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 60,367 miles

Fuel filler pipe has a light misting of diesel on it

Pass 14 Mar 2013 57,910 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 53,750 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 17 Mar 2011 48,525 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 41,135 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 35,296 miles

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

reverse lights inop[

Pass 10 Mar 2008 30,249 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 24,467 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 18,000 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 VEW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VEW, 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 VEW registered?

BN03 VEW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is BN03 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 VEW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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