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BT03 XTC

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,668 mi
Last recorded106,668 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 XTC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 106,668 miles

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

o/s front tyre perished

Fail 4 Nov 2015 106,668 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

o/s front tyre perished

Pass 21 Feb 2015 102,429 miles

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

offside brake hose twisted

Fail 21 Feb 2015 102,429 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

offside brake hose twisted

Pass 19 Feb 2014 95,124 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 85,772 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 77,462 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 68,798 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 68,798 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 61,010 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 52,569 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 43,961 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 43,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

some travel on foot and hand brakes not exsesive

wipers started to smear

Pass 28 Feb 2007 34,867 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 27,157 miles

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

n/s front wiper blade split at end but clearing screen at test

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 XTC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XTC, 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 XTC registered?

BT03 XTC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is BT03 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 XTC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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