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S116 RHB

1998 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

140,143 mi
Last recorded140,143 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Ford Focus89,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS116 RHB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2011 140,143 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 140,143 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 136,859 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 129,612 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 129,612 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 21 Jun 2008 120,917 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 120,917 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 113,532 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2006 105,464 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 99,860 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2005 99,842 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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S116 RHB is a 1998 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S116 RHB, 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 S116 RHB registered?

S116 RHB is a 1998 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is S116 RHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S116 RHB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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