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BN53 VVH

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,176 mi
Last recorded113,176 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 113,176 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 100,526 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 100,526 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2014 92,602 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 92,602 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 82,472 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 77,509 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 77,509 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 71,438 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 67,333 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 60,765 miles

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Pass 7 Aug 2008 51,835 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 40,537 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 40,537 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 29,942 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 VVH is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VVH, 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

How do I check the history of BN53 VVH?

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What year was BN53 VVH registered?

BN53 VVH is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is BN53 VVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 VVH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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