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BV53 HTP

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

53,737 mi
Last recorded53,737 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 HTP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 53,737 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 49,216 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 49,216 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 Nov 2021 49,175 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 45,951 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 41,581 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 41,581 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 35,421 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 21,237 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 10,402 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 2,507 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted restricting full inspection of seat belt

Offside Rear Tyre perishing

Offside Rear Tyre perishing

Pass 3 May 2014 33,582 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 31,122 miles

reverse light not working

Fail 10 May 2013 31,122 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

reverse light not working

Pass 9 May 2012 28,153 miles

rubber cracking on both rear tyres

Fail 7 May 2011 24,213 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2011 24,213 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 13,405 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 12,261 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 10,181 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 8,374 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 5,822 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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BV53 HTP is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 BV53 HTP, 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 BV53 HTP registered?

BV53 HTP is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is BV53 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 HTP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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