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AO51 NFG

2001 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

42,365 mi
Last recorded42,365 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 NFG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 42,365 miles

Near side front tyre getting low on tread

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Park brake just met efficiency

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

Steering rack slightly leaking

Fail 25 Nov 2017 42,365 miles

Near side front tyre getting low on tread

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Park brake just met efficiency

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

Steering rack slightly leaking

Pass 29 Nov 2016 39,642 miles

nearside front tyre outer edge is perishing

Fail 12 Dec 2014 36,601 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 36,601 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 35,339 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2013 35,339 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 34,295 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 34,295 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 31,486 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 28,631 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 28,631 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 25,167 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 25,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 21,636 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 18,752 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 16,043 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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AO51 NFG is a 2001 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO51 NFG, 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 AO51 NFG registered?

AO51 NFG is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is AO51 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 NFG shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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