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V623 MGM

2000 Ford Focus

Gold Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

169,866 mi
Last recorded169,866 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2013
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV623 MGM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2013 169,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 146,264 miles

O/S Front Seat Belt Frayed

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 133,082 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 123,145 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 112,624 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2009 112,624 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 104,130 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 93,395 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 83,550 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 83,550 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Fail 27 Jan 2006 83,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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V623 MGM is a 2000 Ford Focus in Gold with a 1,753cc diesel 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 V623 MGM, 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 V623 MGM registered?

V623 MGM is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 January 2000.

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The MOT history for V623 MGM 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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