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BU53 UDG

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,105 mi
Last recorded80,105 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 UDG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 80,105 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 79,793 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 78,559 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

all rear suspension components corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2023 77,443 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from fexi and is poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and offside rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 74,433 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex joint (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 37,069 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 31,401 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 28,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 25,693 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 24,092 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 23,632 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 22,801 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 22,090 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 21,114 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 19,620 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 18,308 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 16,734 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 14,753 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 13,284 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 11,528 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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BU53 UDG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU53 UDG, 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 BU53 UDG registered?

BU53 UDG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is BU53 UDG safe to buy?

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