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BN53 NVC

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,138 mi
Last recorded58,138 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 NVC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2008 58,138 miles

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 54,372 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 45,999 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 9 Nov 2006 45,998 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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 NVC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NVC, 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 BN53 NVC?

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What year was BN53 NVC registered?

BN53 NVC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BN53 NVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 NVC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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