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BT03 XVK

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,051 mi
Last recorded56,051 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 56,051 miles

Rear seats not fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2026 56,044 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear seats not fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2024 55,685 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 26 Nov 2024 55,684 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 9 Nov 2023 48,035 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear ()

Fail 9 Nov 2023 48,035 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 33,813 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2022 33,813 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 23,289 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 22,384 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 22,384 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 20,998 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 20,320 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 19,244 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 18,187 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 18,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2015 16,977 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 15,454 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 13,750 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 11,720 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 9,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

clutch pedal anti-slip pad split

Pass 6 May 2011 9,509 miles

clutch pedal anti-slip pad split

Pass 13 May 2010 7,086 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 4,538 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 1,338 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 1,338 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 19,753 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 16,668 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 XVK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XVK, 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.

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What year was BT03 XVK registered?

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

Is BT03 XVK safe to buy?

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