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FG71 BVU

2021 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,254 mi
Last recorded75,254 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2021 Ford Focus32,207 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG71 BVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 75,254 miles

Coolant low.

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides edge wear and @3mm. 205/60/16. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Sep 2025 74,695 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road Crack. (3.2 (a) (ii))

Coolant low.

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides edge wear and @3mm. 205/60/16. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 58,067 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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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FG71 BVU is a 2021 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 32,207 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG71 BVU, 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 5 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG71 BVU?

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What year was FG71 BVU registered?

FG71 BVU is a 2021 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 October 2021.

Is FG71 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG71 BVU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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