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AK13 LHJ

2013 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

137,902 mi
Last recorded137,902 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Ford Focus62,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 LHJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 137,902 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 137,902 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 122,732 miles

Rear heat shields insecure

Pass 31 Oct 2023 110,315 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 110,315 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 100,567 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 100,567 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 92,039 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both monitor wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 86,007 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 86,007 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 May 2019 71,452 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 71,452 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 23 May 2018 58,120 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 48,953 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 48,953 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 May 2016 38,971 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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AK13 LHJ is a 2013 Ford Focus in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AK13 LHJ, 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 AK13 LHJ registered?

AK13 LHJ is a 2013 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is AK13 LHJ safe to buy?

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