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V231 LHR

2000 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,223 mi
Last recorded62,223 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV231 LHR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2016 62,223 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 61,513 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 60,636 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 59,510 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 11 Sep 2012 58,108 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 56,199 miles

damage to front bumper

Pass 25 Aug 2010 54,100 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 51,558 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 48,576 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 44,808 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 14 Sep 2006 41,282 miles

front pads low

n/s drop link worn

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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V231 LHR is a 2000 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 90,238 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 V231 LHR, 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 26 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 V231 LHR registered?

V231 LHR is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 February 2000.

Is V231 LHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V231 LHR shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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