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V87 GCG

2000 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,561 mi
Last recorded61,561 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV87 GCG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 61,561 miles

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement dog bone arms (2.4.G.2)

Rear Wheel arches rusty/corroded

Rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2016 59,592 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 57,533 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2014 55,114 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both rear brake pipes rusty

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 14 Jan 2013 53,150 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 51,296 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 49,183 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 46,838 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 44,624 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 40,949 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 40,949 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

back box corroded

n/s/f wiper blade arm broken

Pass 24 Jan 2007 37,830 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 37,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 34,964 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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V87 GCG is a 2000 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V87 GCG, 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 V87 GCG registered?

V87 GCG is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 January 2000.

Is V87 GCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V87 GCG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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