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BU52 UKV

2002 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

172,382 mi
Last recorded172,382 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 172,382 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 29 Dec 2017 172,382 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 163,911 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 27 Jul 2015 157,432 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 143,479 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 143,479 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 135,914 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 120,805 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 120,805 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 104,900 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 104,900 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 84,416 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 68,095 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 68,095 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

advise wheel alignment due to tyre wear

Pass 14 Jul 2008 47,689 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 38,627 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 30,292 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 UKV is a 2002 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 UKV, 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 UKV registered?

BU52 UKV is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is BU52 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 UKV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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