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BP52 FEM

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,140 mi
Last recorded74,140 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 FEM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 74,140 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2016 68,744 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2015
Fail 23 Jun 2015 63,514 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 63,460 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 30 May 2014 58,079 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 53,258 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 53,258 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 48,645 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 45,332 miles

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

brake warning light on fluid on low

Pass 19 Mar 2010 40,008 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 34,398 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 30,013 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 23,617 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 17,460 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 17,460 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BP52 FEM is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BP52 FEM, 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 BP52 FEM registered?

BP52 FEM is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 February 2003.

Is BP52 FEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP52 FEM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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