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BT53 YXW

2003 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

140,803 mi
Last recorded140,803 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 YXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 140,803 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 140,803 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 136,882 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 133,094 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 128,467 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 122,847 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 118,253 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2016 118,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 112,900 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 112,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 107,448 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 107,448 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 99,197 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 99,197 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 90,056 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 76,396 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 76,396 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 68,942 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 69,816 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 47,841 miles

n/s o/s rear tyres tread area on legal limit at time of test strongly suggest replace now

Pass 15 Dec 2007 36,000 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2006 24,563 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)

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 YXW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YXW, 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 BT53 YXW registered?

BT53 YXW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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