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AD51 VVJ

2001 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,673 mi
Last recorded86,673 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 VVJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 86,673 miles

oil leak

Fail 20 May 2016 86,673 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak

Pass 5 May 2015 82,296 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2014 79,969 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2013 77,820 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 74,960 miles

Coolant leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 71,066 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2010 67,211 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 63,193 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 57,358 miles

N/S/F Bottom Ball Joint Gaiter Leaking Slighty

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pas Rack Damp Slightly

Very Slight Noise O/S/F Wheel Bearing

Pass 3 May 2007 50,971 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 50,971 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 May 2006 44,210 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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AD51 VVJ is a 2001 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AD51 VVJ, 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 AD51 VVJ registered?

AD51 VVJ is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AD51 VVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 VVJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD51 VVJ have outstanding finance?

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