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V251 FNP

2000 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

161,768 mi
Last recorded161,768 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2011
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV251 FNP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2011 161,768 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 145,818 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 145,618 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 128,096 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 116,656 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 104,743 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 85,713 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 70,838 miles

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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V251 FNP is a 2000 Ford Focus in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V251 FNP, 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 V251 FNP registered?

V251 FNP is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V251 FNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V251 FNP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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