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RAZ 5383

1998 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

183,564 mi
Last recorded183,564 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Ford Focus89,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAZ 5383
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2014 183,564 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 177,793 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 177,788 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 171,913 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 171,913 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 166,440 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 160,477 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 154,732 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 146,685 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 146,685 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 137,157 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 125,403 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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RAZ 5383 is a 1998 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 89,808 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 RAZ 5383, 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 28 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 RAZ 5383 registered?

RAZ 5383 is a 1998 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is RAZ 5383 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAZ 5383 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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