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BU52 HFX

2002 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 HFX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2021
Pass 29 Sep 2020

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2020

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 46,173 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 45,366 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both deteriorating (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 42,785 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 39,942 miles

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 37,184 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 33,986 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 30,674 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 27,508 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2011 27,508 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Sep 2010 23,654 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 20,111 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 16,251 miles

Both inner and outer side walls off rear tyres are starting to crack.

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 16,251 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Both inner and outer side walls off rear tyres are starting to crack.

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 12,305 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 8,271 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 2 Oct 2006 8,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

rear number plate deteriorating

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 HFX is a 2002 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HFX, 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

How do I check the history of BU52 HFX?

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What year was BU52 HFX registered?

BU52 HFX is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is BU52 HFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 HFX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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