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BU02 SXA

2002 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,885 mi
Last recorded142,885 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 SXA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 142,885 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 132,987 miles

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

Oil leak

n/s/f top suspension turret corroded

Fail 11 May 2015 132,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Oil leak

n/s/f top suspension turret corroded

Pass 13 May 2014 123,697 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 113,866 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 105,786 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 101,538 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 94,475 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 88,567 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 82,939 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 74,843 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 62,903 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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BU02 SXA is a 2002 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2002 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 78,545 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 BU02 SXA, 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 24 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 BU02 SXA registered?

BU02 SXA is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is BU02 SXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 SXA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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