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DF04 FPU

2004 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

151,540 mi
Last recorded151,540 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 FPU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 151,540 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 151,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 139,016 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

front tyres feathered on inside shoulders

Fail 29 May 2015 139,016 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

clutch master cylinder leaking

front tyres feathered on inside shoulders

Pass 6 Jun 2014 124,896 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 109,659 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 94,072 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 82,361 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 82,361 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 69,528 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slighty rough on rotation.

Pass 2 Jun 2009 56,409 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 42,286 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 31,082 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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DF04 FPU is a 2004 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 73,902 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 DF04 FPU, 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 22 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 DF04 FPU registered?

DF04 FPU is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 July 2004.

Is DF04 FPU safe to buy?

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