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BU52 NVG

2002 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

122,406 mi
Last recorded122,406 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 NVG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 122,406 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2023
Pass 18 Sep 2021 121,377 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 116,974 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 107,665 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine management light on , n/s mirror cracked , centre exhaust mount broken

Pass 1 Sep 2014 102,251 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 90,502 miles

o/s/f tyre damage outer wall

Fail 8 Aug 2012 83,610 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 83,610 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 73,603 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 69,467 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 61,169 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 52,784 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 47,625 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 31 Aug 2006 40,276 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 NVG is a 2002 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NVG, 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 NVG registered?

BU52 NVG is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is BU52 NVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 NVG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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