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V71 MAE

2000 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,546 mi
Last recorded117,546 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2007
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV71 MAE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2007 117,546 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 117,546 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 100,840 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 86,167 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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V71 MAE is a 2000 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V71 MAE, 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 V71 MAE?

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What year was V71 MAE registered?

V71 MAE is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 January 2000.

Is V71 MAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V71 MAE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V71 MAE have outstanding finance?

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