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BV53 UNL

2003 Ford Focus

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

53,495 mi
Last recorded53,495 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 53,495 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 49,922 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 47,385 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 46,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 45,972 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 44,941 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 44,071 miles

N/S/R Tyre Has a Cut (Not Deep Enough to Reach the Cords)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 42,746 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 41,782 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 40,332 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 40,332 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 38,547 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 35,822 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 33,665 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 29,174 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 22,963 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 UNL is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UNL, 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 UNL registered?

BV53 UNL is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is BV53 UNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 UNL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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