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FL51 BHX

2001 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,368 mi
Last recorded81,368 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 BHX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 81,368 miles

Both rear inner and outer sills corroded

Brake pipes corroded

Exhaust corroded

Slight play in both drumsticks

Pass 12 Feb 2018 67,721 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 58,835 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 48,938 miles

Front front tyres low tread

Pass 31 Dec 2014 40,390 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 35,785 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 34,838 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 33,797 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 33,797 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 31,966 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 29,515 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 27,807 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 26,027 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 21,617 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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FL51 BHX is a 2001 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FL51 BHX, 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 FL51 BHX registered?

FL51 BHX is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is FL51 BHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 BHX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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