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BV02 DFG

2002 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,279 mi
Last recorded115,279 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 DFG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2013 115,279 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 115,279 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 112,577 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 109,467 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 106,485 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 103,266 miles

discs rusty due to standing

Pass 14 Apr 2008 97,078 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 97,078 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2007 89,368 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 80,658 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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BV02 DFG is a 2002 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BV02 DFG, 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 BV02 DFG registered?

BV02 DFG is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is BV02 DFG safe to buy?

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