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AO51 VEW

2001 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

110,047 mi
Last recorded110,047 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2012
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 VEW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2012 110,047 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2011 104,188 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

RUSTON FRONT BRAKE DISCS.

Fail 17 Mar 2011 104,188 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

RUSTON FRONT BRAKE DISCS.

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 96,189 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 96,189 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2007 68,597 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 68,547 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

offside driveshaft bearings excessively worn and need replacing asap.

unable to see front brake pad condition through hub caps.

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 VEW is a 2001 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VEW, 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 VEW registered?

AO51 VEW is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is AO51 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 VEW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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