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BC197WJ

1999 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

205,172 mi
Last recorded205,172 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 1999 Ford Focus94,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC197WJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 May 2015 205,172 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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BC197WJ is a 1999 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 94,630 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 BC197WJ, 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 27 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BC197WJ registered?

BC197WJ is a 1999 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 May 1999.

Is BC197WJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC197WJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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