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BC1851MK

2021 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

176,318 mi
Last recorded176,318 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2021 Ford Focus32,207 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC1851MK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2025 176,318 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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BC1851MK is a 2021 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2021 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 32,207 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 BC1851MK, 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 5 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BC1851MK registered?

BC1851MK is a 2021 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 March 2021.

Is BC1851MK safe to buy?

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