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BN03 XCT

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,346 mi
Last recorded92,346 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 XCT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 92,346 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 83,812 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 6 Apr 2018 83,811 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 75,335 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 75,326 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 67,876 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 60,470 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2015 60,470 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 53,439 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 47,368 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 41,906 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 37,890 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2011 37,890 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 33,857 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 29,819 miles

Front brake pads and discs wearing thin

Rear No plate starting to delaminate

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 25,930 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 20,484 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 16,493 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 XCT is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XCT, 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 XCT registered?

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

Is BN03 XCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 XCT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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