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AP51 ETR

2001 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,518 mi
Last recorded122,518 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 ETR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2015 122,518 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 115,942 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 115,942 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 110,627 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 104,595 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 99,283 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 99,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 92,856 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 85,738 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2008 80,122 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 75,476 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 69,907 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 ETR is a 2001 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ETR, 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 ETR registered?

AP51 ETR is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AP51 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 ETR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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