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AC51 DDC

2001 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,776 mi
Last recorded71,776 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC51 DDC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 71,776 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2026 71,768 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 70,062 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 66,643 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive leaking from corroded oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

engine bay covers and under body trays

rear suspension rusty

Pass 14 Mar 2023 62,993 miles

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

engine bay covers

Fail 13 Mar 2023 62,993 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

engine bay covers

Pass 2 Mar 2022 58,614 miles

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

engine bay covers and under body trays

Fail 2 Mar 2022 58,614 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 1 Mar 2021 55,402 miles

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

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 28 Feb 2020 54,688 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2020 54,688 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 53,579 miles

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

engine bay covers

Fail 5 Mar 2019 53,579 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

engine bay covers

Pass 1 Mar 2018 52,489 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Fail 1 Mar 2018 52,489 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 6 Mar 2017 51,629 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 50,170 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 48,913 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 46,777 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 44,180 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 41,180 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 38,402 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 35,508 miles

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

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

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

nearside front fog lamp smashed

nearside front inner wheel rim slight damage

Pass 24 Nov 2008 32,900 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2007 29,736 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 26,497 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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AC51 DDC is a 2001 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AC51 DDC, 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 AC51 DDC registered?

AC51 DDC is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is AC51 DDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC51 DDC 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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