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FJ51 OEF

2001 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,983 mi
Last recorded93,983 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 OEF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2014 93,983 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine oil is on the minimum mark

Pass 21 Aug 2013 91,252 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 88,740 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wiper blades splitting

Pass 25 Aug 2011 84,327 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 77,655 miles

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

screw found in nearside rear tyre

Fail 21 Aug 2010 77,655 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

screw found in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Aug 2009 70,140 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 70,140 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 62,923 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 62,923 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 56,566 miles

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

slight movement in steering

Pass 26 Aug 2006 45,734 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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FJ51 OEF is a 2001 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 84,182 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 FJ51 OEF, 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 25 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 FJ51 OEF registered?

FJ51 OEF is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is FJ51 OEF safe to buy?

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