MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
196,666 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Ford Focus?
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V278 SBW is a 2000 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 V278 SBW, 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.
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How do I check the history of V278 SBW?
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What year was V278 SBW registered?
V278 SBW is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2000.
Is V278 SBW safe to buy?
The MOT history for V278 SBW shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does V278 SBW have outstanding finance?
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