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S151 CHJ

1998 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,462 mi
Last recorded142,462 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Ford Focus89,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS151 CHJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2010 142,462 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 123,296 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 123,191 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 108,685 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine noise.needs further investigation.was low on oil

engine vibtation when cooling fan on

signs of wear brake pedal rubber

Pass 30 Sep 2006 97,001 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Apr 2006 93,575 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 93,575 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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S151 CHJ is a 1998 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S151 CHJ, 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 S151 CHJ registered?

S151 CHJ is a 1998 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is S151 CHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S151 CHJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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