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BN53 RXY

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

144,079 mi
Last recorded144,079 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 RXY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 144,079 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 138,214 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Mar 2017 138,214 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Break fluid below min(topped up)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Mar 2016 128,130 miles

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

under body seal added under vehicle

Pass 4 Jul 2015 73,069 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 67,749 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 61,927 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 56,508 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 52,086 miles

all 4 tyres close to limit

Pass 3 Mar 2010 40,542 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 27,751 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 21,097 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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BN53 RXY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 RXY, 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 RXY registered?

BN53 RXY is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BN53 RXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 RXY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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