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FM51 VYZ

2001 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

111,861 mi
Last recorded111,861 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 VYZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 111,861 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 107,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 104,444 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 104,444 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 100,308 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 96,338 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 96,338 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 91,285 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 91,280 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 85,950 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 81,296 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 75,650 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 70,247 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 70,247 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 64,867 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 60,027 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 58,232 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 56,103 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 54,281 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 44,995 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 44,995 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 33,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 VYZ is a 2001 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 VYZ, 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

How do I check the history of FM51 VYZ?

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What year was FM51 VYZ registered?

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

Is FM51 VYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 VYZ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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