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BT52 ZWU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,103 mi
Last recorded175,103 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 ZWU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2013 175,103 miles

dampness around steering rack

em light on

incorrect oil cap fitted

tested wet

Fail 23 Oct 2013 175,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

dampness around steering rack

em light on

incorrect oil cap fitted

tested wet

Pass 11 Oct 2012 160,112 miles

Coolant leak

EML on

Oil leak

PAS fluid level below minimum

exhaust corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroding

rear coil springs corroded

slight leak exhaust front flexi section and centre joint

very slight lump in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

Fail 10 Oct 2012 160,103 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Coolant leak

EML on

Oil leak

PAS fluid level below minimum

exhaust corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroding

rear coil springs corroded

slight leak exhaust front flexi section and centre joint

very slight lump in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 8 Oct 2011 135,649 miles

EML LIGHT ON. FRONT DISCS IN POOR CONDITION.

Pass 12 Oct 2010 107,832 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 107,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 80,802 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 57,376 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 57,376 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 39,557 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 18,693 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 ZWU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ZWU, 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

How do I check the history of BT52 ZWU?

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What year was BT52 ZWU registered?

BT52 ZWU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 February 2003.

Is BT52 ZWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 ZWU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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