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FJ51 OTX

2001 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,387 mi
Last recorded63,387 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 OTX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2013 63,387 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 58,925 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 54,250 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 49,626 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 45,198 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 40,310 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Sep 2007 35,067 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 29,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 26,225 miles

adv brake pads low

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 OTX is a 2001 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OTX, 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 OTX registered?

FJ51 OTX is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FJ51 OTX safe to buy?

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