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V737 MGM

2000 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

164,021 mi
Last recorded164,021 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV737 MGM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 164,021 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brakes require cleaning and adjustment

vehicle has general rust and corrosion under neath vehicle overall

Pass 8 Jun 2015 162,038 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 160,571 miles

rear springs rusting

Pass 25 Jun 2013 158,828 miles

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

brake pipes rusting

offside rear brake binding slightly

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 8 Jun 2012 157,043 miles

all brake pipes rusting in places

Pass 11 Jun 2011 154,872 miles

all brake pipes rusting in places advise replacement

Pass 7 Jun 2010 152,704 miles

nearside and offside rear brake pipes rusting

Pass 5 Feb 2009 146,559 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 4 Feb 2009 146,559 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Jan 2008 143,463 miles

exhaust front pipe flexible joint leaking slightly

Pass 29 Nov 2006 138,539 miles

exhaust centre box getting corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2005 134,681 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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V737 MGM is a 2000 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc 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 V737 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.

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V737 MGM is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 13 January 2000.

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