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BU52 XVW

2003 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

194,009 mi
Last recorded194,009 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 XVW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 194,009 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 194,007 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 188,454 miles

n/s/r and o/s/f brakes sticking slightly

Pass 16 Jul 2015 181,109 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Jul 2014 174,608 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 166,160 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 166,160 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 156,309 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 148,087 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 137,818 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 125,831 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 114,460 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 108,056 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 96,064 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 66,402 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 XVW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BU52 XVW, 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 BU52 XVW registered?

BU52 XVW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is BU52 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 XVW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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