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BV03 PZL

2003 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

185,473 mi
Last recorded185,473 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 PZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2014 185,473 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 185,473 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 170,120 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 170,120 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 153,833 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 135,911 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 127,702 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear number plate peeling

wipers not parking on one swipe

Pass 13 Mar 2009 120,653 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 114,002 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 114,002 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 104,596 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 104,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 93,601 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 PZL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PZL, 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 PZL registered?

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

Is BV03 PZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 PZL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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