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BU03 SSZ

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

97,523 mi
Last recorded97,523 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 SSZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 97,523 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 96,620 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 94,074 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 91,352 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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 88,609 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 86,161 miles

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

high level n/w

Fail 22 Mar 2011 80,945 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 80,945 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 75,668 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 69,941 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 57,709 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 45,109 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 31,237 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 SSZ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BU03 SSZ, 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 BU03 SSZ registered?

BU03 SSZ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is BU03 SSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 SSZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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