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BT03 LKJ

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

172,841 mi
Last recorded172,841 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 LKJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 172,841 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 170,096 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 170,080 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported flexi pipe (7.1.1)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine managent ment light on

oil leaking

Pass 26 Jun 2014 147,750 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 116,324 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2011 77,282 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 53,130 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 32,544 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT ROAD WHEEL SLIGHTLY DAMAGED ON INNER EDGES

Pass 21 Feb 2008 26,508 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 24,609 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 19,292 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

o/s/f tyre worn to minimum tread depth limit. [inner edge bald.]

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 LKJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LKJ, 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 LKJ registered?

BT03 LKJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BT03 LKJ safe to buy?

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