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AE52 FKC

2002 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,066 mi
Last recorded71,066 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 FKC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 71,066 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 69,749 miles

corrosion to nearside rear outer sill panel

front exhaust flex worn

oil leak on engine

Pass 2 Aug 2018 65,822 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 62,308 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 58,095 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 54,105 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 50,943 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 47,034 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 43,564 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 39,767 miles

rear parking brake needs attention as just met requirements

Pass 1 Sep 2010 36,360 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 36,360 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 31,523 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 28,504 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 24,619 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 20,682 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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AE52 FKC is a 2002 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AE52 FKC, 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 AE52 FKC registered?

AE52 FKC is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is AE52 FKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 FKC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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