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BU52 HMJ

2002 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,773 mi
Last recorded101,773 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 HMJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2014 101,773 miles

Catalyst mountings corroding and getting weak.

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Possible bulge starting to develop in nearside front brake hose.

Fail 28 Nov 2013 101,758 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 95,198 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 84,197 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 70,849 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 53,170 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 41,773 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all wheel trims damaged

both rear tyres heavily perished and nearside rear on legal limit

rear anti-roll bar bushes perished

rear wiper blade split

Pass 2 Jun 2007 34,607 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 HMJ is a 2002 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HMJ, 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 HMJ registered?

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

Is BU52 HMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 HMJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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