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V323 GCC

2000 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

149,386 mi
Last recorded149,386 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2013
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV323 GCC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2013 149,386 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 142,877 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 14,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 129,281 miles

zero smoke = no print

Fail 21 Dec 2009 129,281 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

zero smoke = no print

Pass 22 Dec 2008 114,426 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 100,512 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 100,512 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 85,484 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2005 92,973 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Dec 2005 66,476 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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V323 GCC is a 2000 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V323 GCC, 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

How do I check the history of V323 GCC?

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What year was V323 GCC registered?

V323 GCC is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 February 2000.

Is V323 GCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V323 GCC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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