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T279 VTW

1999 Ford Focus

Gold Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,539 mi
Last recorded77,539 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 1999 Ford Focus94,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT279 VTW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 77,539 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 69,658 miles

Nearside Front rim damage

Fail 30 Nov 2015 69,658 miles

Nearside Front rim damage

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 59,842 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 52,617 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre showing age

Pass 12 Apr 2012 50,421 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 47,689 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 42,846 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 39,636 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 35,971 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 31,798 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 31,798 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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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T279 VTW is a 1999 Ford Focus in Gold with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T279 VTW, 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 T279 VTW registered?

T279 VTW is a 1999 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 August 1999.

Is T279 VTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T279 VTW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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