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BN53 VTW

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,408 mi
Last recorded118,408 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 VTW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 118,408 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 113,874 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 113,871 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2016 108,574 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 14 Aug 2015 103,504 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 98,595 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 14 Sep 2013 94,746 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 94,746 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 82,504 miles

front wiper blades torn on edges

Pass 2 Sep 2011 72,028 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

near side front tyre has slight uneven wear

off side front tyre has slight uneven wear

Pass 10 Sep 2010 65,587 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 61,184 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 61,184 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 48,800 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 37,364 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 37,364 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 25,840 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 VTW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VTW, 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 VTW registered?

BN53 VTW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is BN53 VTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 VTW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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