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AP51 ETE

2001 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

96,620 mi
Last recorded96,620 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 ETE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 96,620 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 96,569 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Sub-frame bottom plate (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill End (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill End (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 95,411 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 94,968 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear sills to inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 93,666 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 91,980 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 89,020 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 86,641 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 82,516 miles

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 11 Aug 2014 78,063 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 73,844 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 70,110 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 64,942 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f discs getting worn and corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2010 59,224 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 53,341 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 45,921 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 39,219 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 31,486 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 25,014 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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AP51 ETE is a 2001 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 AP51 ETE, 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 AP51 ETE registered?

AP51 ETE is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is AP51 ETE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 ETE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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