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BP52 MXY

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

49,998 mi
Last recorded49,998 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 MXY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 49,998 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill/wheelarch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 49,998 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill/wheelarch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 42,069 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2025 42,069 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 37,638 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 37,412 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 37,074 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 36,548 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 36,548 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 36,148 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 35,579 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 35,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 34,921 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 34,432 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 33,836 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 33,209 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 32,265 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 31,331 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 28,959 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 25,441 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 21,898 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 18,341 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 15,353 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 11,717 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 9,442 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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BP52 MXY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 MXY, 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 MXY registered?

BP52 MXY is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is BP52 MXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP52 MXY shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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