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BN53 ZHX

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,919 mi
Last recorded142,919 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 ZHX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 142,919 miles

general underbody wear

Fail 3 Feb 2016 142,919 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

general underbody wear

Pass 3 Feb 2015 137,208 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 127,576 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front exhaust hanging bracket coroded

Pass 20 Sep 2012 113,622 miles

Oil leak

both rear trailing arm bushes slightly seperated

front number plate slightly damaged

front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2011 102,656 miles

front brake pads low

noise on cam belt end

Pass 6 Oct 2010 92,770 miles

FRONT DISC'S LIPPED

Pass 23 Sep 2009 79,873 miles

front discs lipped

Pass 25 Sep 2008 65,672 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 50,488 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 36,732 miles

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

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 ZHX is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 ZHX, 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 ZHX registered?

BN53 ZHX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BN53 ZHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 ZHX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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