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BP03 ZGS

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

80,004 mi
Last recorded80,004 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 ZGS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 80,004 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 79,973 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 77,107 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 73,849 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 69,595 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 69,595 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 65,929 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 63,426 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 58,548 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 58,548 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 52,451 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 46,230 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 46,230 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 40,582 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 33,282 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2006 33,282 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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 ZGS is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ZGS, 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 ZGS registered?

BP03 ZGS is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is BP03 ZGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 ZGS shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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