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BV03 LPF

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

88,440 mi
Last recorded88,440 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 LPF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 88,440 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 88,420 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 88,397 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 88,397 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 88,284 miles

Both front headlamp lens frosted slightly

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 88,258 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 86,532 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 84,100 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 79,909 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 74,168 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 68,147 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 61,360 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 52,623 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 44,415 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 37,763 miles

Rear springs corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2012 29,834 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 23,608 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 18,002 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 16,294 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 16,294 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 12,583 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 7,985 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 6,654 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 LPF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 LPF, 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 LPF registered?

BV03 LPF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is BV03 LPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 LPF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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