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DE57 XLA

2007 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

141,798 mi
Last recorded141,798 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 XLA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 141,798 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

clutch peddle rubber missing

under side covered in under seal

Pass 13 Jan 2020 139,010 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 132,484 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/side and o/side front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 127,335 miles

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jan 2018 127,335 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

engine covers / under body covers fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2017 122,503 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 113,310 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 113,310 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 107,832 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 98,194 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 85,108 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 71,628 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake discs scored/corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2010 49,988 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DE57 XLA is a 2007 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DE57 XLA, 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 DE57 XLA registered?

DE57 XLA is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 December 2007.

Is DE57 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE57 XLA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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