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BU52 SSX

2002 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,940 mi
Last recorded133,940 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 SSX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 133,940 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 133,940 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 124,495 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 114,513 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 104,733 miles

centre silencer heatshield insecure

front tyres have uneven tread wear inner edges

o/s driveshaft seal weeping oil

rear plate characters deteriated

wipers smear

Fail 3 Oct 2011 104,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

centre silencer heatshield insecure

front tyres have uneven tread wear inner edges

o/s driveshaft seal weeping oil

rear plate characters deteriated

wipers smear

Pass 24 Sep 2010 94,820 miles

front blades smear

Pass 15 Sep 2009 84,414 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 74,512 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 74,512 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 66,167 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 54,576 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 34,929 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 SSX is a 2002 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SSX, 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 SSX registered?

BU52 SSX is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is BU52 SSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 SSX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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