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BP03 NXU

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

99,199 mi
Last recorded99,199 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 NXU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 99,199 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 88,757 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 88,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 6 Jan 2015 85,297 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 85,297 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 80,411 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 72,100 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 72,100 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 64,674 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 56,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 56,468 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 48,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear cover missing from nearside headlight, found under bonnet, replacement requires removal of headlamp assembly

Pass 1 Oct 2009 48,087 miles

Rear cover missing from nearside headlight, found under bonnet, replacement requires removal of headlamp assembly

Pass 30 Sep 2008 39,126 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 39,124 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 31,384 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 21,942 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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BP03 NXU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP03 NXU, 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 BP03 NXU registered?

BP03 NXU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is BP03 NXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 NXU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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