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BV52 MVZ

2002 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

92,633 mi
Last recorded92,633 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Focus78,545 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 MVZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2021 92,633 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 92,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 86,055 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 84,407 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 84,407 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 81,458 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 78,775 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 75,393 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 71,802 miles

n/s outer sill is showing signs of corrosion

Pass 11 Sep 2013 68,219 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2012 64,821 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 64,821 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 60,942 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 56,415 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 51,381 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 46,093 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 39,747 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 39,747 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 32,392 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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BV52 MVZ is a 2002 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BV52 MVZ, 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 BV52 MVZ registered?

BV52 MVZ is a 2002 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is BV52 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV52 MVZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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