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AJ51 FCF

2001 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,087 mi
Last recorded103,087 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 FCF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2017 103,087 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/lower arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/lower arch (5.2.6)

EML light on

sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2016 96,450 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Jul 2016 96,450 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 88,554 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 88,553 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 80,398 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 71,558 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 64,285 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 57,090 miles

front brake discs pitted

Pass 3 Jun 2010 51,320 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 44,693 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 37,557 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 29,557 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 21,189 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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AJ51 FCF is a 2001 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AJ51 FCF, 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 AJ51 FCF registered?

AJ51 FCF is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is AJ51 FCF safe to buy?

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