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BU03 TFY

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

95,236 mi
Last recorded95,236 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 TFY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 95,236 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 90,826 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2020 88,576 miles

Central Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Lower surface rust lo lower rear of vehicle

Central Rear Inner seals showing signs of corrosion

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 84,374 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 80,172 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2017 76,289 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 72,878 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 69,033 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 63,406 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 63,406 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 60,040 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 56,410 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 53,044 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 48,395 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jan 2009 44,881 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 41,528 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 36,920 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 36,920 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 29,067 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 TFY is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 TFY, 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 TFY registered?

BU03 TFY is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is BU03 TFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 TFY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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