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BV03 UXJ

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,864 mi
Last recorded27,864 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 27,864 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 27,862 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 25,910 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 23,621 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 20,304 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 20,304 miles

Headlamp aim too high o/s and n/s (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 18,974 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 17,398 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 17,398 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 14,815 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 12,003 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 9,506 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 9,505 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 6,830 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 19 Mar 2010 4,145 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 1,086 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 12,567 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 9,643 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 6,965 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 UXJ is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 UXJ, 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 UXJ registered?

BV03 UXJ is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is BV03 UXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 UXJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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