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BT53 PWK

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,197 mi
Last recorded104,197 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 PWK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 104,197 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 100,296 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 95,954 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2016 95,954 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 91,837 miles

Nearside Front outer sidewall perished, cracking

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal tread depth 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 83,860 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside front tyre has uneven wear on inner shoulder

Pass 11 Nov 2013 72,705 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 62,619 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 62,619 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 54,477 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 48,428 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 43,296 miles

rear no plate in poor condition

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 7 Nov 2008 37,038 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2007 31,126 miles

rear number plate in poor condition.

Pass 7 Nov 2006 23,793 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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BT53 PWK is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BT53 PWK, 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 BT53 PWK registered?

BT53 PWK is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is BT53 PWK safe to buy?

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