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BV03 MMU

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,997 mi
Last recorded83,997 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 83,997 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 70,751 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 67,725 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 67,704 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 64,879 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 62,134 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 58,905 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 55,556 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 38,163 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 36,362 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 31,457 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 26,634 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 MMU is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MMU, 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

How do I check the history of BV03 MMU?

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What year was BV03 MMU registered?

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

Is BV03 MMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 MMU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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