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AE63 XRU

2013 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,408 mi
Last recorded123,408 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Focus62,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE63 XRU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 123,408 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 116,693 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 116,693 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 112,388 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 112,388 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 110,326 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 110,326 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2022 107,202 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 98,946 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 94,018 miles

various tyres @ 3-4mm

Fail 25 Nov 2019 94,018 miles

Offside Front Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

various tyres @ 3-4mm

Pass 7 Feb 2019 81,187 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 65,139 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 44,240 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 24,114 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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AE63 XRU is a 2013 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 62,763 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE63 XRU, 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 13 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE63 XRU registered?

AE63 XRU is a 2013 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is AE63 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE63 XRU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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