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AF51 WHV

2001 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,495 mi
Last recorded126,495 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 WHV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 126,495 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 118,716 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 109,457 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges 195/55/15v

o/s/f brake pipe corroded slightly

Fail 8 Jul 2014 109,457 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/f tyre worn on edges 195/55/15v

o/s/f brake pipe corroded slightly

Fail 3 Jul 2013 98,908 miles

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

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

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

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 3 Jul 2013 98,908 miles

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

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

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 26 Jun 2012 89,235 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 81,037 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 81,037 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 70,757 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 61,100 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 17 Jul 2008 49,427 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 35,552 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 20,050 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 15,302 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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AF51 WHV is a 2001 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF51 WHV, 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 AF51 WHV registered?

AF51 WHV is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is AF51 WHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 WHV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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