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BT53 RKU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

80,943 mi
Last recorded80,943 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 RKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 80,943 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 55,406 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 31,901 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 110,535 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 102,303 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 94,276 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 6 Dec 2011 94,276 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 84,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 71,587 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 58,811 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 47,835 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 34,123 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 RKU 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 91.7%.

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 RKU, 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 BT53 RKU?

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What year was BT53 RKU registered?

BT53 RKU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is BT53 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 RKU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BT53 RKU have outstanding finance?

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