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W172 JBB

2000 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

195,899 mi
Last recorded195,899 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 2000 Ford Focus90,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW172 JBB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012 195,899 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2011 183,213 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 183,213 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2010 166,544 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 149,616 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 133,854 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 133,854 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 115,100 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 97,860 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 97,860 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 79,842 miles

n/s/r tyre worn outer edge.

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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W172 JBB is a 2000 Ford Focus in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W172 JBB, 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 W172 JBB registered?

W172 JBB is a 2000 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is W172 JBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W172 JBB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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