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BV53 OHG

2003 Ford Focus

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

102,578 mi
Last recorded102,578 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 OHG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 102,578 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 97,529 miles

Rear 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 15 Aug 2017 94,960 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 97,897 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 91,897 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 85,141 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 80,083 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 73,172 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 67,447 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 63,597 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 57,158 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 51,279 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 45,732 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 7 Sep 2007 40,535 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 31,989 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 OHG is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OHG, 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.

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What year was BV53 OHG registered?

BV53 OHG is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is BV53 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 OHG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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