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BV03 UXP

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,355 mi
Last recorded86,355 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 86,355 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen wiper blades smearing slightly.

Pass 2 May 2013 77,367 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside front wiper blade is juddering.

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 2 May 2013 77,367 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside front wiper blade is juddering.

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 May 2012 70,045 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front wiper blades are smearing slightly.

Fail 12 May 2012 70,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine oil is on the minimum mark.

Front wiper blades are smearing slightly.

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 May 2011 63,789 miles

centre exhaust rusty slightly

front brake discs rusty

handbrake travel long

Pass 20 May 2010 58,727 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 52,563 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 48,588 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 May 2008 48,588 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 43,545 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 28,068 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 24,669 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 UXP 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 UXP, 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 UXP registered?

BV03 UXP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BV03 UXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 UXP 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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