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DS57 SXK

2007 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,533 mi
Last recorded98,533 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 SXK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 98,533 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 98,377 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 98,278 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 98,278 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 97,213 miles

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

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 97,213 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 98,141 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2021 98,141 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 92,749 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 92,749 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 87,175 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 85,001 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 79,330 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 79,330 miles

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH REAR (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 72,099 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre ON the legal limit of 1.6mm

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 66,923 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 47,796 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 40,447 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 2 Mar 2012 31,740 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,018 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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DS57 SXK is a 2007 Ford Focus in Black with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DS57 SXK, 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 DS57 SXK registered?

DS57 SXK is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 December 2007.

Is DS57 SXK safe to buy?

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