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BX53 OZV

2003 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,024 mi
Last recorded90,024 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 90,024 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s inner sill (2.4.A.3)

n/s & o/s front wheel arch bubbling with corrosion.

Pass 19 Sep 2016 88,440 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 79,872 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2015 79,868 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 74,833 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 69,941 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 64,357 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 64,357 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 59,009 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 59,007 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 53,207 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 47,640 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 42,171 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 37,564 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 31,169 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 OZV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OZV, 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 BX53 OZV registered?

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

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