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BN53 UWB

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

103,008 mi
Last recorded103,008 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 103,008 miles

Front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

both front & n/s/r tyres side walls cracking

Pass 1 Sep 2017 94,713 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 94,703 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 91,934 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 87,540 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 81,737 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)

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

Oil leak

aircon leak

Pass 4 Sep 2013 75,770 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 75,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 70,232 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 70,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 65,690 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 60,223 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 55,780 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 50,143 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 45,268 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 37,974 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 UWB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 UWB, 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 UWB registered?

BN53 UWB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is BN53 UWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 UWB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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