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BV02 SZX

2002 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

112,229 mi
Last recorded112,229 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 SZX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 112,229 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 108,393 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 107,025 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Bottom ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler pipes slightly corroded ()

Pass 8 Mar 2019 100,703 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 92,616 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 84,838 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 77,946 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 69,949 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 64,122 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 58,928 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 58,928 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 53,143 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 53,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 48,119 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Mar 2010 42,387 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 38,200 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 34,882 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 29,984 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 25,272 miles

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

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 SZX is a 2002 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SZX, 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 SZX registered?

BV02 SZX is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BV02 SZX safe to buy?

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