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DG57 TJU

2007 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

129,786 mi
Last recorded129,786 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 TJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 129,786 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2021 129,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 122,840 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 122,840 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 113,906 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test interior mirror ()

Central Rear heatshield insecure

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm center of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 113,906 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test interior mirror ()

Central Rear heatshield insecure

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

Offside Front Position lamp missing not in cluster (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm center of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 106,897 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 15 Dec 2017 106,891 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 13 Dec 2016 96,466 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 96,466 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn hard on shoulders (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 87,597 miles

Rear exhaust body heat shield insecure

Pass 8 Dec 2014 72,600 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2014 72,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 60,833 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 52,457 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 45,202 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 29,667 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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DG57 TJU is a 2007 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 DG57 TJU, 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 DG57 TJU registered?

DG57 TJU is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 November 2007.

Is DG57 TJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG57 TJU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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