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AD03 BYV

2003 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

104,737 mi
Last recorded104,737 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus70,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 BYV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 104,737 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 100,459 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jul 2021 100,459 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 97,773 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion to underside of vehicle not considered excessive

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides and central (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear tyres stepped inner edges

Fail 15 Jul 2020 97,753 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion to underside of vehicle not considered excessive

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides and central (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear tyres stepped inner edges

Pass 31 Jul 2019 90,698 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 90,697 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 77,391 miles

offside inner drive shaft gaiter deteriorated

rear exhaust heat shield poorly secured

steel brake pipes to front and rear flexy hoses corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2017 69,290 miles

Nearside Front tyre bald inner edge

Offside Front tyre bald inner edge

Pass 30 Aug 2016 60,109 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 56,796 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 53,005 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 47,549 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 47,549 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 42,206 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 33,107 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 30,128 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 26,778 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 24,620 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 22,031 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 17,992 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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AD03 BYV is a 2003 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AD03 BYV, 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 AD03 BYV registered?

AD03 BYV is a 2003 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is AD03 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 BYV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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