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FJ51 XVL

2001 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

80,654 mi
Last recorded80,654 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 80,654 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush to body mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit, inner edge worn and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened whole assembly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 80,653 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached has become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in central tread ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush to body mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit, inner edge worn and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened whole assembly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 78,487 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 76,444 miles

body condition arches wings general rusty week

Pass 2 Feb 2023 76,147 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 76,140 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shocker mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shocker mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 75,766 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 75,441 miles

Both rear wheel arches corroded

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 75,441 miles

Both rear wheel arches corroded

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 75,147 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 74,047 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 74,047 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 72,827 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 70,390 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 67,279 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 63,127 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

travel in handbrake lever

Pass 28 Nov 2013 59,158 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 55,723 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 51,670 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 48,019 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 43,871 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 39,861 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 35,314 miles

nsf tyre has outer sidewall damage

Fail 30 Nov 2007 35,314 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

nsf tyre has outer sidewall damage

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2006 29,540 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 22,697 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 XVL is a 2001 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 XVL, 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 XVL registered?

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

Is FJ51 XVL safe to buy?

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