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S363 XDP

1997 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,022 mi
Last recorded103,022 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS363 XDP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2012 103,022 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 94,403 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2010 86,432 miles

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

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 82,063 miles

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

temporary repair carried out to centre silencer

Pass 15 Jul 2008 75,207 miles

both front tyres close to leagal tread limit

fuel filler kneck pipes rusty

Fail 14 Jul 2008 75,207 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

both front tyres close to leagal tread limit

fuel filler kneck pipes rusty

Pass 10 Jul 2007 67,889 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 67,889 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

both rear tyres ON legal limit

heat shield broken and rattling

Pass 18 Jul 2006 62,400 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 62,400 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)

both rear tyres worn on inside edge

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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S363 XDP is a 1997 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 S363 XDP, 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 29 years old, this Ford Focus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S363 XDP registered?

S363 XDP is a 1997 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S363 XDP safe to buy?

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