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S122 SWJ

1998 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

101,658 mi
Last recorded101,658 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Ford Focus89,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS122 SWJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 101,658 miles

sill covers fitted.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 100,223 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 100,223 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 98,917 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

sill covers fitted.

Pass 15 Jun 2021 97,497 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

sill covers fitted.

Fail 15 Jun 2021 97,497 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

sill covers fitted.

Pass 16 Jun 2020 96,290 miles

sill covers fitted at time of test.

Fail 16 Jun 2020 96,290 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

sill covers fitted at time of test.

Pass 14 Jun 2019 94,919 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

plastic sill covers fitted.

Pass 15 Jun 2018 93,471 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 92,096 miles

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

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 90,652 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 89,284 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 87,673 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 86,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 86,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 84,829 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 84,829 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 83,305 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2011 83,305 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 81,413 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 78,940 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 76,163 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 73,407 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 70,327 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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S122 SWJ is a 1998 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 S122 SWJ, 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 S122 SWJ registered?

S122 SWJ is a 1998 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 December 1998.

Is S122 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S122 SWJ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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