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BU52 UMC

2002 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2021
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

119,450 mi
Last recorded119,450 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 UMC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 119,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside coil spring corroded

Fail 25 Mar 2020 119,450 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside coil spring corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2019 113,683 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 1956015 (5.2.3 (e))

small chips on windscreen

Fail 14 Mar 2019 113,680 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 1956015 (5.2.3 (e))

small chips on windscreen

Pass 26 Mar 2018 109,011 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner edge wearing thin

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

Fail 26 Mar 2018 109,011 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner edge wearing thin

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 105,029 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 105,029 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)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 100,749 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 100,749 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2015 95,074 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

surface corrosion to front subframe

Pass 24 Jan 2014 84,128 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 84,128 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 74,276 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 74,276 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 68,042 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 63,204 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 56,634 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 50,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 50,646 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 46,311 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 46,311 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 39,461 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 32,350 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 32,349 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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 UMC is a 2002 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UMC, 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 UMC registered?

BU52 UMC is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is BU52 UMC safe to buy?

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