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BP03 VRV

2003 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,024 mi
Last recorded105,024 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 VRV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 105,024 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 104,979 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings OUTER SILL (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 97,580 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 87,730 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

FRONT TYRES INNER EDGE

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 75,853 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 75,853 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Sep 2012 180,665 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 165,712 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 135,898 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 131,256 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 131,256 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 123,894 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 108,285 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 86,187 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 VRV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VRV, 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.

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What year was BP03 VRV registered?

BP03 VRV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is BP03 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 VRV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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