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J100 MSG

2000 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

102,453 mi
Last recorded102,453 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ100 MSG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 102,453 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2022 102,286 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (BOTH ) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 102,090 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 102,090 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 101,932 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 101,796 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 101,508 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 101,410 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 101,334 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 101,262 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2013 101,158 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 100,887 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 99,990 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 97,547 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 87,369 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 78,597 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 69,648 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 59,720 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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J100 MSG is a 2000 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2000 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 90,238 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 J100 MSG, 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 26 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 J100 MSG registered?

J100 MSG is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is J100 MSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J100 MSG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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