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BX53 OZC

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,035 mi
Last recorded37,035 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 OZC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 37,035 miles

o/s rear tyre beginning to crack

Fail 2 Sep 2013 26,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 26,446 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 26,214 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 26,214 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 25,658 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 25,658 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 24,806 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 23,056 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 21,432 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 19,242 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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BX53 OZC is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BX53 OZC, 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

How do I check the history of BX53 OZC?

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What year was BX53 OZC registered?

BX53 OZC is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is BX53 OZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 OZC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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