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BV03 MGJ

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,084 mi
Last recorded93,084 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 MGJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 93,084 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 93,084 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 74,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 58,281 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 52,022 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 40,254 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 29,331 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2009 19,862 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 12,560 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 5,265 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 61,615 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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 MGJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MGJ, 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 MGJ registered?

BV03 MGJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is BV03 MGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 MGJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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