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BV53 RFF

2003 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

122,844 mi
Last recorded122,844 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 RFF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 122,844 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Steering rack abnormal noise

Fail 31 Oct 2018 122,795 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Steering rack abnormal noise

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 113,970 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 18 Nov 2017 113,970 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 104,138 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 104,138 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 94,693 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 94,645 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 85,435 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2014 85,435 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 82,704 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 80,664 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 79,583 miles

Rear no plate slight damaged

Pass 15 Dec 2010 77,807 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 76,083 miles

All brake pipes surface corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R Radius arm bush slightly pulling away

Rear number plate slightly discolourd

Fail 23 Dec 2008 74,816 miles

Both front tyres worn close to limet and worn on edges

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear nomber plate slight damaged early attension adviced

Pass 23 Dec 2008 74,816 miles

Both front tyres worn close to limet and worn on edges

Rear nomber plate slight damaged early attension adviced

Pass 11 Dec 2007 66,809 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 53,663 miles

OIL LEAKING FROM O/S OF ENGINE' RUNNING DOWN DRIVE SHAFT & LOWER SUSPENSION ARM ON TO ROAD WHEEL.

Pass 23 Mar 2006 49,039 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 RFF is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RFF, 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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BV53 RFF is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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