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BN53 UXD

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,143 mi
Last recorded29,143 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 UXD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 29,143 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2025 28,660 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2025 28,660 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear reverse light not working

Pass 4 Sep 2024 26,805 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 26,142 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 25,596 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 25,050 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 24,388 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 23,725 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 22,817 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 21,896 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 21,339 miles

both rear springs corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2015 20,873 miles

n/s/r tyre cracked

Pass 28 Aug 2014 20,445 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 19,735 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 18,039 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 16,220 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 16,220 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 15,652 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 15,231 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 14,480 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 12,658 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 12,658 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,470 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 UXD is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 UXD, 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 UXD registered?

BN53 UXD is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is BN53 UXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 UXD shows 24 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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