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BU03 SEY

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

133,925 mi
Last recorded133,925 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 SEY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 133,925 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 122,663 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 122,663 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 122,055 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre tread low.

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Sep 2015 115,202 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside wiper blade deteriorated

Fail 2 Sep 2015 115,066 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside wiper blade deteriorated

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside front tyre heavily worn on inner edge but no wire visible

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Sep 2014 106,029 miles

left hand indicator tell tail is dim on dash

non standard bonnet opening mechanism fitted time of test, but bonnet access is possible for test and checks

rear springs corroded

smokes when cold, but cleared when warm, passed emissions ok

Pass 10 Sep 2013 92,373 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 79,928 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 79,928 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 72,147 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 65,950 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 60,516 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 28,897 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 50,731 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 50,731 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 41,788 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 41,788 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 34,744 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 29,171 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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BU03 SEY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BU03 SEY, 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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BU03 SEY is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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