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BV03 UOB

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

109,758 mi
Last recorded109,758 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 109,758 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 99,669 miles

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

Oil leak

engine light on dash.

Fail 6 May 2014 99,648 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Oil leak

engine light on dash.

Pass 7 May 2013 95,650 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2012 91,687 miles

Oil leak

engine light on dash.

Pass 24 May 2011 87,544 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 87,544 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2010 81,859 miles

engine light on dash.

Pass 17 Apr 2009 75,419 miles

engine manage light on

oil level low top up

Pass 21 Apr 2008 60,550 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 37,860 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 37,860 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2005 16,613 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 UOB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UOB, 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 UOB registered?

BV03 UOB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is BV03 UOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 UOB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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