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BU52 UJS

2002 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

171,732 mi
Last recorded171,732 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 UJS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 171,732 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 91,946 miles

ALL BRAKE PIPES LIGHTLY CORRODED

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 84,813 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 77,650 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 71,169 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 62,309 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 52,402 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 52,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 44,234 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 36,899 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 36,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise front brake pads approx 85 percent worn rear pads approx75 percent worn

Pass 23 Aug 2005 28,780 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 UJS is a 2002 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UJS, 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 UJS registered?

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

Is BU52 UJS safe to buy?

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