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AE02 GXD

2002 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

39,677 mi
Last recorded39,677 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 GXD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 39,677 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 39,677 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements faded and delaminated (0.1 (d))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 29,560 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 29,070 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 29,070 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 28,785 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 28,490 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 28,490 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 28,052 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 27,680 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 27,264 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 26,725 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 26,725 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 25,936 miles

both front brake disc s shows signs of wear on inner faces.

Pass 20 Jul 2015 24,855 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 23,273 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 21,210 miles

offside rear tyre begining to perish, keep check

Fail 19 Aug 2013 21,210 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside rear tyre begining to perish, keep check

Fail 28 Aug 2012 19,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 19,403 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 17,215 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 14,784 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 14,784 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 12,949 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 10,928 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 6,252 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 4,494 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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AE02 GXD is a 2002 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 AE02 GXD, 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

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What year was AE02 GXD registered?

AE02 GXD is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is AE02 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 GXD shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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