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DX14 SZE

2014 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,998 mi
Last recorded93,998 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Ford Focus58,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX14 SZE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 93,998 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 93,988 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 92,912 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension components corroded

Fail 19 Aug 2025 92,912 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension components corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2024 83,667 miles

Exhaust corroded at flex /centre joint

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 76,738 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 8 Aug 2022 69,825 miles

heat shield loose

Pass 26 Aug 2021 61,887 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 54,100 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 45,474 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2018 36,250 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2018 36,250 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2017 27,034 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 25,175 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 25,175 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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DX14 SZE is a 2014 Ford Focus in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2014 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 58,353 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 DX14 SZE, 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 12 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX14 SZE registered?

DX14 SZE is a 2014 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 March 2014.

Is DX14 SZE safe to buy?

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