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VIL 1288

2002 Ford Focus LX

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

218,843 mi
Last recorded218,843 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIL 1288
MakeFord
ModelFocus LX
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 218,843 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 218,800 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 209,584 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 209,378 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus LX?

Based on 3,831 MOT tests across 1,550 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
4,718
Miles/Year
1,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 1
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VIL 1288 is a 2002 Ford Focus LX in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Ford Focus LX fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIL 1288, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VIL 1288 registered?

VIL 1288 is a 2002 Ford Focus LX, first registered on 19 February 2002.

Is VIL 1288 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIL 1288 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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