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AO51 VMK

2001 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,464 mi
Last recorded93,464 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 VMK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 93,464 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Fail 4 Aug 2016 93,464 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 87,343 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 87,343 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 84,202 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 78,044 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 78,044 miles

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

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 71,133 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2011 65,465 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 65,465 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 60,737 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 54,163 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 47,208 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 40,288 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 40,288 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 32,573 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 VMK is a 2001 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VMK, 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 VMK registered?

AO51 VMK is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is AO51 VMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 VMK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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