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BP03 VNJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,759 mi
Last recorded97,759 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 97,759 miles

Offside Front STARTING TO CRACK

Fail 29 Mar 2016 97,759 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front STARTING TO CRACK

Pass 3 Mar 2015 93,351 miles

n/s/f headlamp came on when wiring plug was moved.

Pass 3 Mar 2014 87,996 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 79,859 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 75,025 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 70,905 miles

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

advise near side and off side front brake discs.

Fail 8 Feb 2010 64,240 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

cracks to both rear tyre walls. pass and advice.

Pass 8 Feb 2010 64,240 miles

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

cracks to both rear tyre walls. pass and advice.

Pass 4 Mar 2009 55,822 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 47,474 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Mar 2007 35,115 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 25,295 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 VNJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver 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 VNJ, 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 VNJ registered?

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

Is BP03 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 VNJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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