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AE02 YSM

2002 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,511 mi
Last recorded99,511 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 YSM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2015 99,511 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 85,642 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 77,718 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 75,187 miles

(strongly advise)n/s/r tyre cracked and perished and both front tyres perished on sidewalls

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

exhaust system slightly corroded and rear box heat shield insecure

front and rear suspension components slightly corroded and rear suspension bushes slightly perished

front brake discs in poor condition and rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2011 72,237 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 72,237 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 69,203 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 69,203 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 66,652 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 61,693 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 52,400 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 42,333 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 YSM is a 2002 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YSM, 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 YSM registered?

AE02 YSM is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is AE02 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 YSM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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