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DX57 RKU

2007 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

123,664 mi
Last recorded123,664 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX57 RKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 123,664 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 May 2024 123,664 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 106,893 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 5 May 2023 106,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 100,587 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension corroded but not to excess

Fail 14 Jul 2022 100,148 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension corroded but not to excess

Pass 12 Jul 2021 92,095 miles

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2020 89,483 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2019 87,004 miles

front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 18 Apr 2018 84,473 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 Apr 2017 82,367 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Fail 27 Apr 2017 82,367 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 79,479 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 77,018 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 77,018 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 73,566 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 69,891 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 63,419 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 53,325 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 53,325 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 2 Sep 2010 46,631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 46,631 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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DX57 RKU is a 2007 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 DX57 RKU, 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 DX57 RKU registered?

DX57 RKU is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is DX57 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX57 RKU shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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