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PJZ 3146

1999 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,252 mi
Last recorded88,252 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Ford Focus94,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJZ 3146
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 88,252 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 1 Mar 2014 85,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 85,577 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 27 Feb 2013 82,516 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 82,516 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 79,351 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 69,327 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 10 Jan 2011 69,327 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 64,222 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 62,347 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 60,671 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 59,295 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 57,052 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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PJZ 3146 is a 1999 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 94,630 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 PJZ 3146, 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 27 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 PJZ 3146 registered?

PJZ 3146 is a 1999 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 November 1999.

Is PJZ 3146 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJZ 3146 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.

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