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BV03 LEF

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,178 mi
Last recorded92,178 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 LEF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 92,178 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 90,492 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 7 Jul 2014 90,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Jul 2013 88,107 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 84,249 miles

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

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 May 2012 84,070 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 81,506 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 81,506 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 76,448 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 76,446 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 70,944 miles

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

rear number plate fading

Pass 1 May 2008 64,083 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2007 57,964 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside mirror cracked

rear wiper rubber split

Pass 3 Mar 2006 44,279 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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BV03 LEF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BV03 LEF, 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 BV03 LEF registered?

BV03 LEF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is BV03 LEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 LEF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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