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BN53 SDZ

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

108,542 mi
Last recorded108,542 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 SDZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 108,542 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 108,539 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 100,114 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2015 100,114 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 15 Sep 2014 92,672 miles

Oil leak

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 92,672 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2013 86,619 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 79,523 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust center section rubber mounting missing.

Pass 16 Sep 2011 72,036 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 72,036 miles

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

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

Coolant leak

Pass 15 Sep 2010 64,160 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 55,999 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 46,736 miles

Rear tyres low and cracked and perished

Pass 7 Sep 2007 38,764 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 30,480 miles

rear number plate- water damaged will need replacing soon,ok at time of test

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 SDZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc 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 SDZ, 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 SDZ registered?

BN53 SDZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BN53 SDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 SDZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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