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RJZ 2325

1998 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,514 mi
Last recorded109,514 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Ford Focus89,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJZ 2325
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2012 109,514 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 99,559 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jan 2011 95,901 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 60,255 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 100,233 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

both headlights slightly dim

engine idle is unstable

nearside rear light lens cracked

slight play in steering column

windscreen washers want adjusting

Pass 18 Jul 2007 95,323 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

fuel filler neck & vent pipes corrodid.

Pass 3 Jul 2006 87,406 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 87,406 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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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RJZ 2325 is a 1998 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RJZ 2325, 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 RJZ 2325 registered?

RJZ 2325 is a 1998 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is RJZ 2325 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJZ 2325 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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