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AK51 RXV

2001 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

148,140 mi
Last recorded148,140 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 RXV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 148,140 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 139,598 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 130,065 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 130,065 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 124,627 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 124,623 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 31 Jul 2012 118,192 miles

n/s/f wheel has slight restricted movement

Fail 25 Jul 2011 111,546 miles

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

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres cracking in treads

Pass 25 Jul 2011 111,546 miles

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres cracking in treads

Pass 2 Aug 2010 104,028 miles

nearside wiper blade split

power steering fluid leaking from pump area

power steering fluid level low

reverse light not working

Pass 25 Aug 2009 93,749 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 84,053 miles

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

gear lever return spring broken

slight oil leak from selector seal in gearbox

Pass 31 Aug 2007 79,717 miles

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

O/S inner C.V gaiter not fully sealing. Not affecting brake components

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Slight corrosion on metal fuel pipe from filler neck to fuel tank

Pass 6 Sep 2006 74,626 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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AK51 RXV is a 2001 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc 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 AK51 RXV, 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.

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AK51 RXV is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is AK51 RXV safe to buy?

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