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BP03 UXL

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,867 mi
Last recorded84,867 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 UXL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 84,867 miles

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 84,867 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 75,446 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 68,583 miles

nearside rear tyre outer wall slight crack

offside rear tyre outer wall slight crack

Pass 21 Aug 2013 60,517 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 52,508 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 46,345 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 42,259 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 37,688 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 31,823 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 27,052 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 27,052 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre cracking on outer edge

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 8 Mar 2006 20,865 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 UXL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BP03 UXL, 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 UXL registered?

BP03 UXL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is BP03 UXL safe to buy?

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