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BU53 UEW

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,448 mi
Last recorded103,448 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 UEW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 103,448 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 103,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 27 Jan 2018 93,595 miles

Nearside Rear inner edge

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 6 Feb 2017 84,434 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 74,489 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 67,373 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 67,373 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake dics inner

Pass 29 Jan 2014 56,926 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 46,100 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 36,656 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 32,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Oct 2009 28,802 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 21,384 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 21,384 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 18,993 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 UEW is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UEW, 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 UEW registered?

BU53 UEW is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is BU53 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 UEW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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