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BP03 VGJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,650 mi
Last recorded138,650 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 VGJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 138,650 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 134,876 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 131,444 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 128,280 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 124,907 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 121,585 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 119,318 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 116,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 111,924 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 106,348 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 96,342 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 85,533 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 77,720 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 70,088 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 59,271 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 46,449 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 38,563 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 33,116 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 29,062 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 24,996 miles

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

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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BP03 VGJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VGJ, 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 VGJ registered?

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

Is BP03 VGJ safe to buy?

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