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BT03 DUJ

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

302,709 mi
Last recorded302,709 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 DUJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 302,709 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 294,906 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2015 290,320 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2015 290,320 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 287,555 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 282,985 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 281,532 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 99,195 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2011 99,193 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 88,963 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 88,961 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

poor image on n/s headlamp

Pass 4 Jun 2009 77,922 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 May 2008 72,227 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 72,227 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 60,967 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 34,040 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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BT03 DUJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue 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 BT03 DUJ, 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 BT03 DUJ registered?

BT03 DUJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is BT03 DUJ safe to buy?

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