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FL51 XCJ

2001 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

105,819 mi
Last recorded105,819 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 XCJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015 105,819 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 105,819 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 91,568 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 76,219 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 62,181 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 57,253 miles

All side and rear windows are tinted

both front wipers slightly smearing screen

nearside rear coil spring corroded at bottom

offside rear coil spring corroded at bottom

slight movement in bonnet when in closed position (very slight) not considered to be insecure and is locked

slight seepage from power steering pump area

slight seepage from power steering rack

Pass 6 Oct 2010 53,413 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 53,413 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 49,394 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 8 Oct 2008 44,812 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 39,061 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 9 Oct 2006 32,345 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 32,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 XCJ is a 2001 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XCJ, 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 XCJ registered?

FL51 XCJ is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is FL51 XCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 XCJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL51 XCJ have outstanding finance?

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