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S161 CDP

1999 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,657 mi
Last recorded13,657 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2012
Typical for 1999 Ford Focus94,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS161 CDP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2012 13,657 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 128,723 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 127,093 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 125,440 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 123,172 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 116,371 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 98,832 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside mirror broken

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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S161 CDP is a 1999 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 94,630 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 S161 CDP, 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 27 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S161 CDP?

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What year was S161 CDP registered?

S161 CDP is a 1999 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 January 1999.

Is S161 CDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S161 CDP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S161 CDP have outstanding finance?

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