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BF57 LJN

2007 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

135,408 mi
Last recorded135,408 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 LJN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 135,408 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear trailing arms corroded

Fail 28 Nov 2025 135,408 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear trailing arms corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2024 126,517 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 117,724 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged latching (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

central exhaust bracket broken away

fuel cap locking poor

rear exhaust heat shields insecure

Fail 14 Nov 2023 117,675 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged latching (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

central exhaust bracket broken away

fuel cap locking poor

rear exhaust heat shields insecure

Pass 2 Nov 2022 107,257 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Fail 2 Nov 2022 107,257 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 98,393 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 89,874 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 80,691 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 64,897 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2017 57,648 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 56,141 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Washers weak, but still providing enough fluid to the windscreen

Fail 21 Oct 2016 56,141 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 52,787 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 49,331 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 41,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 33,381 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 23,634 miles

front brake pads worn low

Fail 7 Sep 2010 14,436 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 14,436 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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BF57 LJN is a 2007 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 BF57 LJN, 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 BF57 LJN registered?

BF57 LJN is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 September 2007.

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