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BU52 TFJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

134,535 mi
Last recorded134,535 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 TFJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015 134,535 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

parking brake performance requires adjustment soon ( 16% )

Fail 11 Feb 2015 133,687 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 124,827 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2014 124,659 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 113,709 miles

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

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

nearside wiper slightly perished

rear seats folded down

Pass 6 Feb 2012 102,325 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 102,313 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2011 98,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 98,071 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 91,309 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 91,305 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 83,745 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 76,093 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 67,976 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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BU52 TFJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 BU52 TFJ, 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 BU52 TFJ registered?

BU52 TFJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is BU52 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 TFJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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