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BU52 EVM

2002 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2013
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,376 mi
Last recorded24,376 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 EVM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2012 24,376 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 24,374 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 17,084 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2011 17,084 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2010 10,918 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 7,840 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 2,742 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 2,742 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 76,060 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 70,458 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 60,455 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 93,890 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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BU52 EVM is a 2002 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BU52 EVM, 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 BU52 EVM registered?

BU52 EVM is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is BU52 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 EVM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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