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AP57 FTU

2007 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

151,026 mi
Last recorded151,026 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 FTU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 151,026 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2019 150,746 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin diesel dripping on exhaust (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 145,479 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 134,745 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 134,745 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 117,732 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 117,732 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 101,313 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 85,441 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 69,364 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 69,290 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 54,552 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 40,328 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 40,328 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 18 Sep 2010 40,054 miles

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

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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AP57 FTU is a 2007 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2007 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 74,402 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 AP57 FTU, 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 19 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP57 FTU registered?

AP57 FTU is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is AP57 FTU safe to buy?

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