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BN53 GFG

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,855 mi
Last recorded105,855 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 GFG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 105,855 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 105,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 102,179 miles

E.M.Light on

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 27 Jan 2016 102,179 miles

E.M.Light on

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (1.8)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 6 Feb 2015 97,374 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 87,660 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 87,660 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 78,170 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 28 Feb 2012 65,945 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 43,980 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 43,980 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 35,000 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 32,752 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 26,368 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 20,219 miles

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

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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BN53 GFG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BN53 GFG, 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 BN53 GFG registered?

BN53 GFG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BN53 GFG safe to buy?

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