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BX03 AEB

2003 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

241,256 mi
Last recorded241,256 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 AEB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 241,256 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2020 241,190 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 233,643 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 225,215 miles

oil leek from engine area.

Pass 21 Jul 2017 224,058 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 221,546 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Jul 2015 219,075 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

corrosion started to offside rear end of sill

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edges

Pass 20 Jul 2015 219,075 miles

Oil leak

corrosion started to offside rear end of sill

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edges

Pass 22 Jul 2014 215,968 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 212,173 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 208,845 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 44,360 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Jul 2010 40,983 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 37,379 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 33,284 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 28,814 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 28,814 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 21,615 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 21,477 miles

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

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

nail in nearside front tyre

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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BX03 AEB is a 2003 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BX03 AEB, 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 BX03 AEB registered?

BX03 AEB is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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