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V856 MMV

2000 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,549 mi
Last recorded108,549 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV856 MMV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 108,549 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 106,945 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 105,639 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 103,915 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 101,690 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 99,166 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2016 99,166 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 96,874 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 94,390 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 91,122 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 88,823 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 84,852 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2010 77,490 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 70,994 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 64,579 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2007 56,741 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 56,741 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 48,807 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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V856 MMV is a 2000 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V856 MMV, 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 V856 MMV registered?

V856 MMV is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 February 2000.

Is V856 MMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V856 MMV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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