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AE51 XFZ

2001 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,147 mi
Last recorded75,147 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 XFZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 75,147 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres are perished and cracking

Pass 1 Oct 2016 70,123 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 64,422 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 64,422 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 59,650 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 53,704 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 50,288 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 46,661 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 42,599 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 38,416 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 33,524 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 29,278 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 25,844 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 21,812 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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AE51 XFZ is a 2001 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AE51 XFZ, 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 AE51 XFZ registered?

AE51 XFZ is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is AE51 XFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 XFZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE51 XFZ have outstanding finance?

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