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BN53 UPH

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,221 mi
Last recorded84,221 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 UPH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 84,221 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.6mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 72,380 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 66,599 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 4 Nov 2016 61,788 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2016 61,788 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 58,279 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 58,279 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 54,249 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 45,518 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 39,796 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 37,500 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 32,430 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 29,729 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 27,749 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 24,324 miles

damage to rear bumper

Pass 17 Oct 2006 19,894 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 UPH is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UPH, 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 UPH registered?

BN53 UPH is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is BN53 UPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 UPH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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