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CA52 BDX

2003 Ford Focus

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,289 mi
Last recorded101,289 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA52 BDX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 101,289 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 89,018 miles

Engine and under covers fitted

Under car has surface rust

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All round (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 81,931 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 81,931 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

corrosion to coilsprings,subframes,suspension components,brake pipes/ferrules,floorpans,sills

Pass 24 Jan 2014 76,470 miles

Intercooler pipe split

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 24 Jan 2014 76,470 miles

Intercooler pipe split

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 67,758 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine/gearbox oily

rear brake discs corroding/very rusty

underside off vehicle corroding/rusting

Fail 31 Jul 2012 67,734 miles

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine/gearbox oily

rear brake discs corroding/very rusty

underside off vehicle corroding/rusting

Pass 27 Jul 2011 61,757 miles

rear brake discs corroding

underside off vehicle corroding

Pass 28 Jul 2010 52,916 miles

reverse lights not working

Fail 9 Jul 2009 48,272 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 48,272 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 39,964 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 28,056 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 26,498 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 22,195 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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CA52 BDX 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 75%.

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 CA52 BDX, 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 CA52 BDX registered?

CA52 BDX is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is CA52 BDX safe to buy?

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