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BN53 ZNK

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,372 mi
Last recorded80,372 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 80,372 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 78,356 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 78,354 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 75,945 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 73,059 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 70,313 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 70,312 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 67,325 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 64,569 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 62,281 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 62,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 59,956 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 57,328 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 54,979 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 48,897 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 48,897 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

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 ZNK 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 75%.

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 ZNK, 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 ZNK registered?

BN53 ZNK is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is BN53 ZNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 ZNK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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