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FJ51 PUV

2001 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,161 mi
Last recorded74,161 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 PUV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 74,161 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 65,897 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 65,897 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 65,345 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 64,656 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 63,331 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 May 2014 63,331 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2013 61,714 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 59,727 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 56,486 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 52,808 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 46,722 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 41,805 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 35,895 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 30,953 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 PUV is a 2001 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PUV, 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 PUV registered?

FJ51 PUV is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is FJ51 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ51 PUV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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