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249 UXR

2002 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,356 mi
Last recorded35,356 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration249 UXR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 35,356 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 33,494 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 31,422 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 28,989 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 27,374 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 27,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 25,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 25,091 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 25,080 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 25,049 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 24,597 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 23,595 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jun 2014 22,559 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 22,559 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 21,847 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Jun 2012 20,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 18,899 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 17,788 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 16,416 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 16,416 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 13 Jun 2008 14,066 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 13 Jun 2008 14,066 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 15 Jun 2007 11,674 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 11,674 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 9,385 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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249 UXR is a 2002 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 78,545 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 249 UXR, 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 24 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 249 UXR?

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What year was 249 UXR registered?

249 UXR is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is 249 UXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 249 UXR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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