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BT52 NMZ

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 NMZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2014

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2014

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2013
Fail 18 Feb 2013

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Heat shield insecure.

Pass 8 Feb 2012 147,871 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 147,871 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 121,783 miles

Both front tyres badly worn inner edges,close to test failure.Recommend replacing now.

Both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated,may be needed next test.

Offside rear tyre tread wearing low.

Fail 13 Feb 2010 110,337 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated.

Pass 13 Feb 2010 110,337 miles

Rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated.

Pass 16 Feb 2009 100,300 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 93,434 miles

Nearside rear tyre close to limit and wearing inner edge.

Windscreen wiper blades worn.

Pass 10 Jan 2007 83,496 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 83,496 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 Jan 2006 66,035 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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BT52 NMZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT52 NMZ, 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 BT52 NMZ registered?

BT52 NMZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is BT52 NMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 NMZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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