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V291 MGB

2000 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,162 mi
Last recorded115,162 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV291 MGB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 115,162 miles

n/s/f tyre on limit

windscreen has slight damage outside drivers view

Pass 9 May 2014 92,022 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 92,022 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 70,076 miles

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

windscreen damaged

Pass 20 Jan 2011 62,312 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Jan 2011 62,312 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 57,395 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 54,292 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 52,775 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 52,775 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 48,953 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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V291 MGB is a 2000 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V291 MGB, 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 V291 MGB registered?

V291 MGB is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 January 2000.

Is V291 MGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V291 MGB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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