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V485 GRM

2000 Ford Focus

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,984 mi
Last recorded58,984 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV485 GRM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 58,984 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 58,984 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 56,417 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 54,891 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 53,426 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 52,093 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 45,363 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 45,363 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 37,611 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 33,278 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 33,278 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 27,287 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 24,428 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 21,743 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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V485 GRM is a 2000 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 V485 GRM, 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 V485 GRM registered?

V485 GRM is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V485 GRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V485 GRM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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