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BV03 MDU

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

165,760 mi
Last recorded165,760 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 MDU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 165,760 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 165,757 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 155,419 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 144,077 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 131,428 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 126,257 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 118,877 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 113,420 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 107,648 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 100,451 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 94,554 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 90,071 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 86,067 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 77,316 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 54,696 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 MDU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MDU, 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 MDU registered?

BV03 MDU is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is BV03 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 MDU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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