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FM51 VNN

2001 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,118 mi
Last recorded99,118 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 VNN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 99,118 miles

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

Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2016 99,118 miles

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

Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 92,935 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 81,123 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 60,094 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 60,094 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 58,664 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 58,644 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 55,221 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 52,063 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 48,949 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 45,778 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 42,078 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 37,887 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

power steering fluid level low

rear blade torn

Pass 4 Jan 2006 33,306 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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FM51 VNN is a 2001 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FM51 VNN, 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 FM51 VNN registered?

FM51 VNN is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is FM51 VNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 VNN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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