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270 XTU

2001 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

36,588 mi
Last recorded36,588 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration270 XTU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 36,588 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 36,588 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 35,961 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 35,961 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 34,881 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 33,789 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 32,685 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 31,816 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 31,006 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s 185/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 29,900 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 28,242 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 26,747 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 25,467 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 22,708 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 20,545 miles

n/s o/s front tyre outer edges worn / perished

Pass 4 Jun 2013 19,045 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 17,673 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 16,266 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,874 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 13,356 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 11,878 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 9,943 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 8,356 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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270 XTU is a 2001 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 84,182 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 270 XTU, 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 25 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 270 XTU registered?

270 XTU is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is 270 XTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 270 XTU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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