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BV53 UJT

2003 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,224 mi
Last recorded43,224 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 43,224 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 41,100 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 39,190 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 36,955 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 36,955 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 33,828 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 31,283 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 28,167 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 25,033 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 21,971 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 18,710 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 18,694 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 16,508 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 UJT is a 2003 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 UJT, 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 UJT registered?

BV53 UJT is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BV53 UJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 UJT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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