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FL51 HCU

2001 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,686 mi
Last recorded141,686 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 HCU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 141,686 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 135,382 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 127,174 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 119,168 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 119,168 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 110,519 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 100,655 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 93,123 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 84,330 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 74,325 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 64,987 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 54,934 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 HCU is a 2001 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FL51 HCU, 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 HCU registered?

FL51 HCU is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is FL51 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 HCU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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