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BV02 SVS

2002 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,536 mi
Last recorded60,536 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 SVS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 60,536 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 58,123 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 54,588 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2024 54,587 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 51,109 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 48,223 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 46,988 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Feb 2020 46,482 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 46,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 45,450 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Feb 2019 45,450 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 44,117 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 41,800 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 38,677 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 35,284 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 32,105 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 29,423 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 27,421 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 25,112 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 22,650 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 19,943 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 17,670 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 15,117 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 12,290 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 SVS is a 2002 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SVS, 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 SVS registered?

BV02 SVS is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is BV02 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV02 SVS shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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