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DG04 VPT

2004 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,072 mi
Last recorded171,072 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2014
Typical for 2004 Ford Focus73,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 VPT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2014 171,072 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 151,142 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 151,138 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 132,056 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2011 110,335 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

moderate wear offside steering rack end

Fail 19 Feb 2010 91,429 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 91,429 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 76,368 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 60,414 miles

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

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

object obstructing windscreen removed prior to test

Pass 30 Mar 2007 35,345 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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DG04 VPT is a 2004 Ford Focus in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG04 VPT, 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 DG04 VPT registered?

DG04 VPT is a 2004 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is DG04 VPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG04 VPT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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