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FN51 EXG

2001 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,798 mi
Last recorded142,798 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Ford Focus84,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 EXG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 142,798 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 142,798 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 133,063 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine oil level on min mark

radiator lower support panel damaged

rear wiper blade split

Fail 8 Aug 2013 133,063 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine oil level on min mark

radiator lower support panel damaged

rear wiper blade split

Pass 10 Aug 2012 121,627 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn from inner edge

rear number plate faded

rear wiper blade split

Fail 9 Aug 2011 112,989 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

intmitant fault on rear fog light

rear number plate worn

rear wiper blade split

Pass 9 Aug 2011 112,989 miles

intmitant fault on rear fog light

rear number plate worn

rear wiper blade split

Pass 5 Aug 2010 104,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

rear number plate worn

rear wiper blade split

Pass 7 Aug 2009 92,558 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 80,874 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 69,730 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 59,650 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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FN51 EXG is a 2001 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FN51 EXG, 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 FN51 EXG registered?

FN51 EXG is a 2001 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is FN51 EXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 EXG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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