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BW03 XJB

2003 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

35,955 mi
Last recorded35,955 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 XJB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 35,955 miles

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2025 32,940 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 31,063 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 28,260 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 25,841 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 21,961 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

both rear suspension arms corrosion

Pass 24 Jul 2020 17,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 13,470 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 13,458 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/f and n/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s/r and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 13,451 miles

Front tyres cracking

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 13,355 miles

Front tyres slight cracks

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear tyre slight cracking

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 13,174 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre starting to crack

o/s/r tyre starting to crack

Pass 23 Jul 2014 12,957 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 12,478 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 12,134 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 11,511 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre has slight cut in outer sidewall

offside front tyre has small cuts between tread (not down to cords)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 10,882 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 10,363 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 9,774 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 9,774 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 7,296 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 3,368 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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BW03 XJB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BW03 XJB, 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 BW03 XJB registered?

BW03 XJB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is BW03 XJB safe to buy?

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