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BN53 VOJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,372 mi
Last recorded115,372 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 VOJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 115,372 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 105,504 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 99,520 miles

minor fuel leak from no 2 injector

nearside door mirror cover missing

rear no plate deteriorated

Pass 11 Apr 2015 93,628 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2015 93,621 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear no plate in poor condition

Pass 11 Apr 2014 90,741 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 83,054 miles

front pads getting low.

Fail 28 Mar 2013 83,054 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front pads getting low.

Pass 7 Apr 2012 81,324 miles

airbag warning lamp on - recommend repair

Pass 11 Apr 2011 80,082 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 80,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

both front tyres bald on inner edge.

Pass 3 Apr 2010 73,887 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2009 65,381 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2008 56,419 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 52,918 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 50,527 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 VOJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel 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 VOJ, 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 VOJ registered?

BN53 VOJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is BN53 VOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 VOJ 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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