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BT57 HRX

2007 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,499 mi
Last recorded101,499 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 HRX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 101,499 miles

rear suspension components surface corrosion

Fail 26 Jan 2026 101,480 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

rear suspension components surface corrosion

Pass 27 Jan 2025 98,008 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 95,967 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 94,937 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 93,422 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2021 93,422 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety engine area (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2020 88,625 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2020 88,624 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 85,742 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 82,219 miles

Both Rear Tyres Perishing

Centre Exhaust Heat Shield Slightly Insecure

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 77,051 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 69,287 miles

both front lower arm bushes have play just a pass

Pass 16 Aug 2015 61,966 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 53,219 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Sep 2013 44,077 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 35,080 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 23,956 miles

front tyres are wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 27 Sep 2010 16,063 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 16,063 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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BT57 HRX is a 2007 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BT57 HRX, 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.

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What year was BT57 HRX registered?

BT57 HRX is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 November 2007.

Is BT57 HRX safe to buy?

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