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T273 SWC

1999 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,292 mi
Last recorded146,292 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 1999 Ford Focus94,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT273 SWC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 146,292 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 124,181 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 112,809 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 100,538 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 100,332 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 88,870 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 88,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 71,319 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside rear wheel bearing noisey borderline pass

Pass 31 Aug 2010 64,361 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 60,973 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 57,380 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 53,631 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 50,929 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 30,358 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 30,358 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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T273 SWC is a 1999 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 T273 SWC, 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

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What year was T273 SWC registered?

T273 SWC is a 1999 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 August 1999.

Is T273 SWC safe to buy?

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