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V685 XFW

2000 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

138,555 mi
Last recorded138,555 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV685 XFW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 138,555 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Has a minor cut on the offside inner tyre surface but not enough to reach / expose ply or cords

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion front wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion front wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (2.4.G.1)

underside rear engine mounting is corroded

Fail 1 Dec 2014 133,411 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 133,411 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 128,907 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 123,980 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 115,883 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 113,523 miles

both front brake discs worn

defect evident n/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 21 Dec 2009 107,125 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 102,879 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 95,900 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 86,685 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 72,903 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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V685 XFW is a 2000 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V685 XFW, 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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What year was V685 XFW registered?

V685 XFW is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 January 2000.

Is V685 XFW safe to buy?

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